Warehouse Lead

Job Summary: 

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for carrying out warehouse operations that include shipping and receiving, warehouse organization, sorting, inventory levels and leading a team of Material Handlers. The Warehouse Lead will require an enthusiastic attitude and have the ability to perform job duties at multiple levels from the Material Handler aspect and a management aspect. This position will also act as a back-up for the Warehouse Manager on an as needed basis.  

Job Duties: 

• Document shift notes in shift logbook to communicate with others.  

• Safely operate a tow motor and transport materials to warehouse locations, production lines, etc. 

• Assign & prioritize job tasks to warehouse employees according to shipment schedules 

• Train employees on safety, equipment, and workflow 

• Provide active, timely, and professional communication to the Warehouse Manager 

• Acts as a mentor to Material Handlers and plays a hands-on roll in their development 

• Supervise the day to day execution of the job tasks in shipping and receiving 

• Supervise and provide support & guidance to temporary staff sorting retains & held product  

• Complete all required documentation on inbound and outbound documents 

• Reads and understands general instructions and prepare written reports 

• Handles all products according to customer and employer procedures 

• Communicates and advises Warehouse Manager of operational issues that may involve other departments 

• Support the Warehouse Manager in monitoring daily inbound and outbound schedules to anticipate for resource planning, equipment and effective process flow 

• Assist in maintaining location control by reviewing location availability, capacity, and storage conditions 

• Monitor cycle counts to ensure the process is performed according to work instructions or procedures 

• Oversee accuracy of incoming and outgoing paperwork; ensure paperwork is processed promptly and correctly 

• Communicate daily warehouse activities and tasks between day and night shift 

• Complete monthly safety and security inspections 

• Maintain and report discrepancies found during receiving and order picking. i.e. SKU counts, SKU description, and physical item conditions 

• Ensures assignments meet established standards and deadlines 

• Authority to stop and/or modify work processes due to non-conformance and/or unsafe working conditions 

• Report all potential food safety concerns to the quality assurance manager 

• Perform all other job duties as assigned.  

Qualifications and Experience Requirements: 

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED is required. 

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in overseeing warehouse operations and leading a team.  

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook. 

• Strong inventory control skills.  

• Strong organizational, problem-solving and time management skills.  

• Previous experience in operating a tow motor in a fast-paced environment. 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write and communicate fluently in English. 

Work Environment: 

This position working in a manufacturing environment where machinery produces noise. Additionally, this position will use a computer, printer, telephone, walkie talkie and other office applications to effectively perform the job.