What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Lead position at Newton Warehouse?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Warehouse Lead to lead daily operations within our warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in warehouse responsibilities, materials handling, and process improvement. This role requires excellent work ethic, skills to guide a team, while working together to ensure efficient workflow, and maintain high standards of safety and productivity.
Duties
- Excel in working alongside and leading a small team.
- Coordinate warehouse activities, including shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
- Lead by example while performing specific tasks.
- Implement process improvement initiatives to optimize operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Operate computerized shipping software. Schedule shipments.
- Operate computerized warehouse, inventory and ERP/Accounting systems. Prepare and print shipping documentation such as packing lists and shipping labels.
- Oversee materials handling procedures to ensure accurate inventory control and minimize losses.
- Receive incoming trucks/containers, put away, consolidate, stack product and material accurately in warehouse and coolers.
- Utilize mechanical knowledge to assist in troubleshooting equipment issues as they arise.
- Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently as needed.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment, preferably in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of shipping/receiving processes and inventory management systems.
- Familiarity with e-commerce operations and third-party logistics (3PL) is highly desirable.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement methodologies.
- Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely; certification preferred.
- Strong communication skills to effectively lead a team and collaborate with other departments.
- Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Join our team as a Warehouse Lead where you can make an impact by driving operational excellence while fostering a culture of safety and teamwork!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $1.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Newton, NJ 07860 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Newton, NJ 07860: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person