Warehouse Lead

About the Role:

• To support our rapid growth in our Brea, CA facility, which is fast becoming one of the largest cold-process soap manufacturing operations in the country. We are looking to build a team at
  this location and are looking for self-motivated, fast learners who can help us rapidly ramp up production. This is a full-time role that will partner with the warehouse manager in the daily
  receiving, shipping, inventory, and organization of the warehouse/production facility. This is a critical role to help establish our new soap manufacturing operation, reporting to the Warehouse Manager, with extensive opportunity for further progression as we grow.
• This role will report to the Warehouse Manager.
• This is a full-time (onsite) role with company benefits based out of Brea, CA. 
• The anticipated base compensation for this role will be $25 to $27/hr . Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and local market rates.

What You'll Do:

• Team with Warehouse Manager to hit targets
  • Lead by example and train associates on safety and efficiency
  • Assign warehouse tasks based on shift demands
  • Confirm and organize shift headcounts and maintain team punctuality
  • Coach and train warehouse and inventory associates
• Maintain the current warehouse management system and best practices
  • Maintain inventory of raw materials & consumables.
  • Organize and maintain values of all moving inventory in the warehouse.
  • Maintain pallet racking & warehouse floor cleanliness.
  • Report and document all outgoing processing.
• Communication/coordination across internal teams.
  • Receive, inspect and verify all deliveries for accuracy
  • Coordinate with Warehouse Manager on any shortages, breakage or corrective action required from vendors
  • Assemble outgoing orders for shipping daily
  • Coordinate with Warehouse Manager to maintain inventory of production consumables, office stationery and cleaning/janitorial supplies
  • Report any roadblocks or issues that may arise to the Warehouse Manager.
• Material Handling
  • Utilize forklift and material handling equipment to store supplies in proper warehouse locations and record bin location & lot codes in warehouse management database
  • Pick items from the warehouse and provide supplies to production team as requested daily
• Physical warehouse organization and safety
  • Work with site team, vendors and freight drivers to maintain dock security, safety, and cleanliness
  • Maintain safe forklift driving and speed throughout the warehouse at all times.
  • Lead by example to ensure all plant employees maintain a clean and safe working environment and adhere to all safety and hygiene procedures

About You:

• High School Diploma or GED requested; College Degree Preferred
• 3 years’ experience working in a warehouse inventory management role
• Experienced and highly proficient with Google Sheets
• High attention to detail; Detail oriented
• Strong organization skills and the ability to multi-task
• Strong communication (oral and written) skills and ability to coordinate across multiple areas of the business and with external partners
• Self-starter, comfortable prioritizing own tasks and operating in a fast-paced startup environment, with minimal structure and supervision
• Material handling experience preferred:
  • Forklift certified
  • Experience operating manual and electric pallet jacks
  • Ability to lift 75 lbs
  • Bilingual (English and Spanish) highly desired
• Excellent communication skills
• Interest in health and wellness, personal care, and/or eCommerce industries
• Experience working in the consumer products industry is highly preferred
• Someone who gets things done without perfect resources is innovative and works with a sense of urgency
• Someone who has high standards takes ownership and is invested in the outcome
• Someone who proactively helps others stays positive and has a good sense of humor

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Salary : $25 - $27