What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Lead position at Industrial Finishes?
Join Our Dynamic Team as a Warehouse Lead in Nappanee, IN - Where Integrity, Collaboration, and Professional Growth Thrive! We're committed to creating a supportive work environment that promotes WORK-LIFE BALANCE.
Position Overview
The Warehouse Lead is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations and guiding a team to meet company and departmental goals. A key focus of this role is ensuring the Customer always has the product they need by establishing and maintaining accurate inventory levels. The Warehouse Lead also manages warehouse organization, ensures equipment is in good working order, and enforces safety standards in compliance with OSHA regulations. This position requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and inventory management.
Team Environment
Join a team that values a family-oriented and supportive atmosphere where collaboration and teamwork are at the forefront. We prioritize maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are looking for a candidate who embodies humility, a hunger to learn, and a collaborative spirit.
Benefits
We offer competitive pay and an attractive benefits package that takes care of your health, financial, and personal well-being. You'll start enjoying benefits as soon as the first of the month following 30 days of employment!
- Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA
- 401(k) eligibility the first of the month following 90 days of employment with employer match & Profit Sharing after one full year of employment
- Accrue 2 weeks of PTO in the first year of employment and paid holidays
- Employer paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Employee Discounts
- Educational Assistance Program
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead and support warehouse team operations, including hiring, training, scheduling, and fostering a positive, productive work environment.
- Ensure accurate inventory management by overseeing daily cycle counts, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining proper stock levels to meet customer demand.
- Coordinate efficient warehouse workflows, including order fulfillment, equipment use, and timely, accurate deliveries.
- Promote a culture of safety and compliance, conducting regular equipment checks and ensuring adherence to OSHA standards and company policies.
- Collaborate across departments and with customers, resolving issues promptly and maintaining high standards of customer service and internal communication.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the Warehouse Lead position will have 1-2 years of industry experience, including leading a team and handling core warehouse functions. A high school diploma or GED is required. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously are essential, along with clear and concise communication. The role requires a strong sense of ownership, confidentiality, and the ability to lead and motivate a team effectively. Candidates should demonstrate sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and a professional demeanor. Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is important, and experience with Microsoft Excel is a plus.
What's Important to Us Must Be Important to You
At Industrial Finishes, we are more than just another company. We strive for innovation and growth while maintaining a family culture rooted in Christian beliefs. Our founder's commitment to honoring the Lord is reflected in our values, which include:
- Openness and humility throughout the organization.
- Accountability and personal responsibility within teams.
- Freedom for appropriate risk-taking.
- A fierce commitment to excellence-doing it right.
- Learning from mistakes to encourage creativity.
- Integrity and consistency to build trust.
- Collaboration and holistic thinking to enhance strength.
- Courage and persistence in the face of challenges.
Industrial Finishes & Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
We have much to offer and we invite you to check us out: https://industrialfinishes.com/now-hiring-2/.