What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Lead position at IEWC?
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We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations and ensure efficient, safe, and accurate logistics execution. This role is critical to maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting team performance, and driving operational excellence across all warehouse functions.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Accuracy & Cycle Counts
- Lead and complete weekly and monthly cycle counts.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and perform reconciliations.
- Document root causes and recommend corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
- Promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability throughout the warehouse.
- Lead by example in maintaining safe work practices.
Logistics Coordination
- Coordinate resources and activities across all warehouse and logistics functions.
- Ensure all incoming materials are received and processed daily.
- Maintain clean, organized dock areas at the end of each shift.
- Ensure compliance with auto-issue and inventory transaction procedures.
Supply Management
- Monitor warehouse and shipping supply inventory levels.
- Identify and communicate replenishment needs proactively.
- Help prevent operational disruptions by maintaining adequate stock levels.
Schedule & Operational Support
- Maintain reliable attendance and adherence to assigned schedules (7:00 AM to 3:00 PM or 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM).
- Support operational needs through overtime when necessary.
- Assist with special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a professional materials, warehouse, or logistics role preferred.
- Experience with cable products and electronic components is a plus.
- Knowledge of SAP preferred; experience with other ERP systems will be considered.
- Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, and warehouse operations.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with Microsoft Access is a plus.
- Ability and willingness to obtain forklift and/or material handling equipment certification as required.
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
*The above represents the essential job functions that you are assigned to perform in your job. If you are unable to perform these essential duties, please see Human Resources as IEWC may be able to provide reasonable accommodations against the ADA requirements.