Warehouse Lead

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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Lead / Associate to support and oversee day-to-day warehouse operations. This is a labor-intensive role that involves manual handling of stock and operating equipment. The ideal candidate will manage outbound picking, shipping, and loading while ensuring inventory accuracy, safety, and workflow efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

This position offers a clear opportunity for growth, with potential for advancement into supervisory or management roles for high-performing individuals who demonstrate leadership, reliability, and a strong work ethic.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee daily warehouse staff and workflows, ensuring timely and accurate outbound picking, shipping, and loading activities. 

• Check-in delivery drivers upon route completion and verify returned products and quantities against return sheets. 

• Accurately document all shortages, overages, damages, and returns per company procedures. 

• Direct and process Will Call and Direct Bill orders. 

• Receive and process Point of Sale (POS) orders; enter and slot new items for night production. 

• Schedule and coordinate deliveries with carriers, purchasing departments, and independent contractors. 

• Receive, inspect, and sign for all inbound deliveries from trailers, containers, vans, and dock trucks. 

• Unload inbound shipments and verify order/invoice accuracy. 

• Conduct cycle counts and load audits to ensure inventory and loss prevention compliance. 

• Process repacked cases for restocking and manage product returns and claims. 

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment. 

• Assist in supply auditing, facilities maintenance, and equipment operation. 

• Comply with OSHA, SDS, and all company safety standards and procedures. 

• Use Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), barcode scanning, and Microsoft Excel for data entry and tracking. 

• Complete assigned metric tracking forms and assist in maintaining warehouse security. 

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Warehouse Manager. 

 

Requirements: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age. 

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred. 

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a warehouse, shipping, or logistics environment. 

• Prior warehouse management or lead experience strongly preferred. 

• Proficiency with WMS systems, bar code scanning technology, AS400, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel). 

• Strong verbal/written communication, math, and reading comprehension skills. 

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and critical thinking abilities. 

• Proven ability to follow instructions, multitask, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environm