Warehouse Lead, Day Shift

Johnson Brothers is a multi-generational family-owned wine, beer, and spirits distributor in the United States. Founded by Lynn Johnson in 1953, the company remains committed to its founding values of work ethic, passion, innovation, teamwork, excellence, and integrity. Through forging strong partnerships with top-tier suppliers globally, Johnson Brothers offers an exceptional portfolio of world-class brands to customer partners across 17 states. With a dedicated team of 3,800, Johnson Brothers remains committed to delivering excellence and continued growth across its operations. For the second consecutive year, Johnson Brothers has been honored as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek.

Explore exciting career opportunities at Johnson Brothers across a range of functions. Whether your expertise lies in accounting, finance, customer service, sales, trade development, or information technology, we have opportunities tailored for you. Join us and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in the beverage industry.

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Job Description:

Operating since 1987, Johnson Brothers of Indiana is one of the state’s largest distributors. The company began its operation in Michigan City and Fort Wayne as Indiana Wholesale Wine & Liquor. Today, our more than 200 team members provide our portfolio of world-class wines and spirits to retail stores, iconic restaurants, and world-class hotels throughout the Hoosier state.

The Warehouse Day Lead Associate is primarily responsible for assisting the manager with replenishment, receiving, other basic warehouse functions, trainer for new hires and other duties as assigned. Schedule is Sunday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 6 p.m. or as business needs dictate. This is a labor-intensive role where team members will be responsible for moving stock repeatedly throughout the shift both manually and with equipment.

Job Description

• Assist manager with direction of activities of all warehouse associates in their respective areas including loading, unloading, and replenishment.
• Liaison between employee and managers
• Influence and motivate peers to achieve goals
• Assist manager with directing workflow
• Assist manager with monitoring employee(s) productivity and accuracy to ensure efficiency
• Responsible for meeting productivity goals for the position
• Be proficient in all work areas for the shift
• Utilize warehouse management system to locate product in the warehouse while ensuring inventory accuracy and control
• Safely operate various warehouse equipment including forklifts, stock pickers, and pallet jacks, to load, unload, and move product
• Ensure a safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Warehouse experience
• Basic math skills are required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with warehouse equipment including forklifts, stock pickers and pallet jacks
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner
• Must have excellent leadership and communication skills
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Warehouse management systems, Workday software experience desired
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Ability to safely lift 40-60 lbs. REPEATEDLY
• Must be able to work assigned hours, Monday - Friday
• Must be available to meet scheduling requirements which may include additional hours/days without advance notice
• Must be able to endure prolonged periods of standing and walking 

Candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Johnson Brothers is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and equal treatment in employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender/gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, military status or any other basis in protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Johnson Brothers make employment decisions based solely on the basis of qualifications for the job.

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time