What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Lead position at Freestore Foodbank?
The Warehouse Lead is responsible for all activities associated with product receiving and distribution. The Lead will plan, oversee daily warehouse operations, training staff, ensuring a productive workflow throughout the warehouse, act as the liaison between management and the warehouse team. This position will work Monday through Friday 10am to 6pm.
1. Responsible for day-to-day warehouse activities, coordinates workflow and motivates team.
2. Ensure all warehousing activities including order selection, receiving, replenishment of (dry, cooler, freezer), loading of donations and other materials are conducted safely, efficiently and effectively.
3. Perform inventory controls, replenishment reports and drops, printing of pick tickets and pallet labels.
4. Maintain safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves and workstations neat; maintain clean warehouse supply areas; complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
5. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
6. Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:Education
GED or High school diploma
Experience
3 to 5 years of Warehouse Lead experience preferred – A minimum of 1 year lead experience required.
Required Skills & Other Abilities
- Understanding of shipping and receiving procedures and documentation.
- Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse machinery.
- Work productively with frequent interruptions.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with departmental colleagues, other organizational units, and customers.
- Skilled in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and previous experience working with Agility and/or Macola programs preferred.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands outlined below reflect what is required of an employee to effectively perform this job’s essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Examples
Standing: 2/3 of the time or more
Walking: 2/3 of the time or more
Sitting: Up to 1/3 of the time
Talking: Up to 1/3 of the time
Hearing: Up to 1/3 of the time
Reaching: Up to 1/3 of the time
Lifting: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
Weight: Up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.