Warehouse Lead

Warehouse Lead / Production Lead (Hourly)

Company: Poured New York

Location: Hudson, NY

Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Schedule: Day shift, 10am–6pm, Monday–Friday; weekends and overtime required during peak seasons (notably Q4/holiday)

Pay Rate: $22–$24/hour, based on experience

Reports To: CEO

Team Size: Leading a team of 3-6 warehouse & production associates (headcount flexes with seasonality)

ABOUT US

Poured New York hand-crafts eco-luxury candles, reed diffusers, and niche parfum out of our manufacturing facility in Hudson, NY. What started as a small-batch idea turned into an olfactory experience (Poured Candle Bar in Hudson) and is now in 600 wholesale doors nationally, with a growing footprint across Canada - and we're just getting started. If you want to help build something from the ground up, with your fingerprints (figuratively speaking cause we all wear gloves on the production floor) on every product that ships, this is that kind of role.

JOB OVERVIEW

We're hiring a hands-on Warehouse & Fulfillment Lead to oversee daily warehouse and manufacturing operations. This is a true player-coach role: expect roughly 70% hands-on production work and 30% supervision. You'll be on the production floor every day, working side by side with the team while supervising workflow, quality, and output. You will help produce, pack, and ship candles, perfumes, and reed diffusers while keeping the team focused, organized, and on track to meet daily and weekly production goals.

This is a critical hire for our business as we scale and for the right person with the right experience, we envision this role evolving into a management position taking on additional scope and responsibilities over time.

This position is hourly and non-exempt, and eligible for overtime pay in accordance with New York State labor law.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Warehouse & Team Leadership

• Lead, train, and supervise warehouse and production associates
• Lead by example by actively working on the production floor
• Motivate the team and provide direct, real-time feedback to meet or exceed production goals
• Support onboarding and training of new hires

Manufacturing & Production

• Oversee and participate in hands-on manufacturing of candles, perfumes, and reed diffusers
• Ensure production processes are followed correctly and efficiently, adjusting workflow to increase output
• Monitor output, pacing, and workflow throughout the shift
• Troubleshoot issues and adjust production flow as needed

Quality Control

• Perform quality checks throughout production
• Ensure products are filled, labeled, packaged, and boxed accurately
• Catch and correct errors before products leave the warehouse
• Maintain consistent quality and batch standards

Warehouse Operations & Safety

• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe
• Monitor raw materials and finished goods inventory; assist with inventory counts and stock organization
• Follow and enforce safety, cleanliness, and operational procedures
• Log inventory and order updates in our internal systems (training provided)

YOU MIGHT BE A GOOD FIT IF...

• You've led a team before, but you'd still rather be on the floor than behind a desk
• You’re capable working independently and in a team environment
• You can spot a labeling or fill error at a glance and fix it before it becomes a problem
• You know how to motivate people without micromanaging them
• You stay calm and organized when the pace picks up and priorities shift mid-shift
• You don't mind putting in extra hours during a busy stretch because you know it pays off for the team
• You take pride in the small details- because you know they're what separates a good product from a great one

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• 5 years of experience in warehouse, manufacturing, production, or fulfillment
• 2 years of experience in a manager, supervisor, or team lead role
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Basic comfort with computers/tablets for order tracking and inventory logging
• Willingness to work overtime, particularly during peak production periods (e.g., Q4)

NICE TO HAVESWe see this role growing into a more senior operations position over time for the right person. These aren't required, but they'll help you stand out - and set you up for that growth:

• Experience in candle, fragrance, cosmetics, or CPG manufacturing specifically
• Forklift or pallet jack certification (or willingness to get certified)
• OSHA safety training or certification
• Familiarity with inventory or order management systems (Shopify, MarketTime, or similar)
• Exposure to Lean, 5S, or other production efficiency methodologies
• Experience helping scale a small manufacturing or warehouse team (e.g., growing from a handful of associates to a larger crew)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Prior experience with scheduling, forecasting, or production planning
• Interest in growing into a Production Manager or Operations Manager role

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout the shift
• Ability to lift, push, or pull materials up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in a warehouse and manufacturing environment

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $22–$24/hour, based on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek
• Employee product discount

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Poured New York is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under New York State or federal law.

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 4 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24