Warehouse Lead

Job Summary: The Warehouse Lead will assist the Warehouse Manager with monitoring and maintaining the day-to-day operations.

 
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. 

• Assists the Warehouse Manager in assigning daily work to meet daily route delivery schedule, adapting to changes and organizing the schedule for the following day 

• Ensures paperwork is ready at start of shift, separating and distributing by route  

• Acts as a point of contact for employees for matters on employee relations, training, safety and general inquires, reporting and/escalating up to the Warehouse Manager 

• Maximizes department efficiencies and cost savings opportunities through proper planning and time management 

• Assists Warehouse Manager with performance management, providing valuable insight into performance and exemplification of the Company’s Core Values for each team member 

• Conducts new hire training and other specialty trainings  

• Checks returns into warehouse with warehouse staff 

• Closes the facility after shift, ensuring the safety of the building 

• 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 or GED 

• 5 years of experience with warehousing in a high-volume distribution center 

• 2 years of experience in a lead role, preferred 

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

• Computer Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs with the ability to learn new software and systems with ease 

• Experience working in an ERP or warehouse management system preferred

• Organized with a high level of attention to detail 

• Ability to work in a team based, collaborative environment 

• Ability to multitask

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.