Warehouse Lead

**Key Responsibilities **- Operational Leadership

• Direct and coordinate activities of warehouse associates during the shift.

• Assign tasks such as picking, packing, staging, loading, receiving, and replenishment based on workflow priorities.

• Monitor productivity and provide coaching to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met.

• Assist with onboarding and training new team members.

**Warehouse Operations **- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment as required.

• Ensure orders are picked accurately and shipped on time.

• Oversee receiving processes, including unloading, verification, and put-away of inbound goods.

• Support cycle counts and full inventory counts to maintain inventory accuracy.

• Troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and coordinate with supervisors for resolution.

**Safety & Compliance **- Promote and enforce all company safety policies and OSHA standards.

• Conduct safety walk-throughs and report hazards, violations, or equipment issues.

• Ensure proper use of PPE and safe material-handling practices.

**Quality & Continuous Improvement **- Identify process gaps or inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

• Work closely with supervisors and managers to support workflow optimization.

• Monitor equipment and facility conditions and report maintenance needs.

**Communication & Reporting **- Communicate shift updates, priorities, and concerns to the supervisor.

• Complete required logs, checklists, and reports.

• Participate in shift handoff meetings to ensure continuity of operations.

**Minimum Qualifications **- High school diploma or GED.

• 2+ years of warehouse or distribution experience.

• Experience in a lead, senior associate, or acting leadership role preferred.

• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and RF scanners.

• Ability to operate or learn material handling equipment (forklift certification is a plus).

**Skills & Competencies **- Strong communication and team leadership abilities.

• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, WMS, email).

**Physical Requirements **- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs routinely.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, or lift for extended periods.

• Comfortable working in varying warehouse conditions (temperature, noise, etc.).

You should be proficient in:

• Leadership / People Management
• Warehouse Experience
• Material Handler Experience
• Distribution Experience
• Forklift Licensed
• Production Planning & Scheduling
• High School / GED
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills