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.