What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Lead position at Walkenhorst's?
Warehouse Lead
Company Description
For over 25 years, Walkenhorst's has made it possible to send packages to inmates incarcerated in correctional facilities. We serve inmates and their families and friends across the nation. We are committed to quality service, selection, and complete satisfaction. We are family-owned and operated.
Job Description
Summary of major responsibilities
- Ability to conduct and organize manning when the Manager is not present
- Maintain inventory levels within the warehouse by planning, organizing, and directing activities
- Effectively use interdepartmental communication to ensure that orders are fulfilled according to schedule
- Supervise the picking and packing areas to ensure timeliness and customer orders' accuracy
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively communicate and translate verbal and written information for team members and management.
- All other duties based on business needs
Job Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to
- Maintain documentation for tracking attendance, productivity, behavior, and safety while utilizing information for future implementations and improvements
- Performing physical labor such as lifting boxes, moving inventory to storage areas, or cleaning workspaces
- Basic working knowledge of attendance, pay, PTO, and incentive policies
- Provide training to warehouse associates to ensure standards are followed
- Monitor warehouse staff, heavy machinery, and equipment while overseeing the security, sanitation, and administrative functions of the warehouse
- Perform as acting Manager during times of their absence
Qualifications include
- Fluent in English and Spanish with the ability to translate
- A minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience
- Experience using a computerized inventory system and handheld computers, as well as a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet programs
- Experience providing leadership, supervision, and accountability while coaching, mentoring, and training. (Preferably in a warehouse environment)
- Able to become forklift certified
- Must pass company background check and drug test
Character Traits
- Lead, direct, and motivate the work of others
- Flexible and able to work extended hours
- Able to function in a multitasked environment
- Effective problem-solving and communication skills with sound judgment
- Must be detail-oriented to support the best customer experience possible
- Lift 50lbs and perform physical labor such as lifting boxes, storing inventory, or cleaning workspaces
Job Type: Full-time, Hourly Position
- Hours are Monday-Friday,
- Leads are always on call
- Typical workweek is 40-50 hours
- 7 am - 3:30 pm Regular hours
- 7 am - 5 pm if in Overtime
Compensation
- Hourly Position
- Pay based on experience and performance.
- Bonuses reflect annual productivity
- Provided Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401K - Profit Sharing
- Free Snacks & Products
- Working with a fantastic team of people
If you are interested in this position or any other we have to offer, please apply here or on our website at Job Listings - Walkenhorst's Jobs (applicantpro.com). You may also drop off your resume in person at 445 Ingenuity Ave Sparks, NV 89441, from 9 am - 4 pm.
Salary : $20 - $23