Warehouse Lead- Receiving

Job Summary: The Receiving Lead oversees all receiving areas of the manufacturing facility and is responsible for ensuring that products are received in a timely manner, inventory accuracy and all employees within the receiving department are trained properly.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions if it does not create an undue hardship for the department/company.

• Leads the daily schedule for all production
• Ensures that all employees are properly trained
• Operates forklift equipment safely and efficiently to receive, handle, and store product in accordance with HACCP and GMP standards
• Utilizes the scanning system to create accurate locations and perform accurate inventory transactions
• Utilizes D365 to receive materials and move product between warehouses
• Inspects inbound materials and products for damages, defects, and discrepancies; Promptly reports any issues to Quality and Leadership
• Collaborates daily with Production Departments to ensure all materials are staged and ready to meet production schedule; Monitors production schedule changes and coordinates material changes as needed
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts of the receiving areas
• Investigates and corrects all inventory discrepancies
• Performs vehicle safety checks and reports discrepancies to supervisor. 
• Learns and maintains customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality
• Reads and follows instructions regarding daily expectations, requirements, or specifications
• Reports any product deficiencies, food, or safety concerns to supervisor
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by keeping receiving areas and workstations neat, cleaning up aisles, picking up leftover pallets, sweeping the floors, keeping exits clear and free from obstruction, all equipment is stored at the end of shift and dock doors are closed
• Follows all safety procedures and actively participates in safety training and safety system ownership initiatives
• Maintains safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person; reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition to supervisor immediately
• Supports and complies with GMP’s; understands and follows emergency action plan
• Supports food safety, quality and legality
• Ensures the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience: The minimum requirements below are representative of the education and experience required to perform this job successfully.

• High school diploma
• 4 years of forklift and/or warehouse experience preferred
• CDL Certification preferred.

Qualifications:  The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and attributes required to perform this job successfully.

• Good computer skills with the ability to learn new software quickly
• Intermediate knowledge of ERP systems helpful
• Strong attention to detail with good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Basic math skills with the ability to conduct cycle counts and complete inventory adjustments
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Positive attitude and team player

We offer a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports the well-being, financial security, and work-life balance of our employees.

• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Comprehensive, Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and discretionary profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and financial wellness resources
• Company‑Paid Disability
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance equal to 3× annual compensation
• And more benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and well‑being

Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to caring for our employees both inside and outside the workplace.