WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS LEAD

Position Title: Warehouse Operations Lead

Reports to: Logistics Manager

Position Location: Fayetteville, Georgia 

Summary/Objective:

The Warehouse Operations Lead position plays a critical role in maintaining the smooth and efficient operations of the warehouse. This position requires a blend of leadership skills and hands-on involvement in daily tasks to ensure operations run according to schedule and meet organizational goals. This position performs tasks involving physical labor including dock and yard operations and require exceptional attention to detail, leadership, strong mental aptitude and be ability to provide effective and professional verbal and written communication. 

Responsibilities:

1.    Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels and ensure accurate tracking of products in and out of the warehouse.

2.    Physical Labor: Participate in dock and yard operations, including loading and unloading goods, using hand and power tools, and operating forklifts while safely handling overlength as well as heavy articles.

3.    Shipping Preparation: Build protective shipping crates to ensure that products are stored and transported safely, minimizing the risk of damage during transit.

4.    Shipment Coordination: Coordinate the timely and accurate processing of shipments, including paperwork and photographs, while ensuring that all orders are prepared and loaded as scheduled.

5.    Employee Supervision: Supervise warehouse staff, assigning daily tasks, providing training, and ensuring all team members adhere to safety protocols and company policies.

6.    Operational Oversight: Monitor daily operations, identifying areas for improvement, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing workflows to maximize efficiency.

7.    Procurement of Warehouse Supplies: Responsible for managing and maintaining an adequate supply of materials required for warehouse operations. This includes procuring and controlling inventory related to pallets, cribbing, and packaging supplies.

8.    Warehouse Equipment Maintenance & Repair: Responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, and repair of warehouse equipment. This includes ensuring that machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other essential tools are in safe working condition, minimizing downtime, and ensuring optimal efficiency in warehouse operations.

9.    Safety Protocol Enforcement: Ensure all warehouse employees follow established safety protocols. Responsible for training warehouse staff in the best practices while mentoring and coaching staff.

KKnowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience: 5 years of warehouse operations experience (preferred) as well as knowledge of shipping industry practices; plus, 2 years of clerk experience, with solid computer and data enter skills.
• Work Ethic: Ability to work independently and collaboratively while meeting goals in a timely manner. 
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word; ability to learn and use the companies purchasing and inventory software; strong internet research capabilities; analytical capabilities. 
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Competencies: Motivated, driven, adaptable, results driven and a strong mental aptitude that includes thinking critically and solving problems. Effective team leadership and initiative with collaboration and team orientation.

Physical Requirements:

·         Physical labor, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching and frequently lifting and regularly moving items over 50 lbs. Must be able to bend and lift, up to 70 lbs., and be able to walk stairs.

·         Manual dexterity and clear vision for operating equipment

·         Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as assigned. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver’s license.

Must be able to satisfactorily complete Forklift Operator Safety and Training qualification.

Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screen.

Preferred Education and Experience
Forklift Operation Experience

Safety Courses

Working Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Warehouse employees must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance. Employees must also be able to concentrate on their tasks. The ability to understand and communicate information is essential. The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support for effectiveness and safety. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. The position also requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina, strength and endurance.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work typically are 8:00am – 5:00pm but may vary according to company needs. This position may require long hours and weekend work.

Benefits 

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental / Vision Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Accrued paid time off (PTO) days

Accrued Paid Sick Time

Paid Company Holidays

Working in a thriving company with great team members

Worldwide reach serving businesses around the globe

EEO Statement

Cool Runnings International, Inc. (“Employer”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employer does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected status.

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000