The Warehouse Lead is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing daily shipping, receiving, inventory, and general warehouse operations. This position leads small teams of warehouse associates while actively participating in daily work, ensuring accurate inventory control, safe and efficient material handling, and well-maintained tools and equipment. The Warehouse Lead serves as the primary on-the-floor leader, providing direction, oversight, and problem resolution to support operational goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations
- Coordinate and oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, shipping, and material handling.
- Ensure orders are processed accurately and efficiently while meeting established deadlines.
- Assign daily tasks and prioritize workloads based on operational requirements.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and professional warehouse environment.
Inventory Management
- Maintain accurate inventory records and warehouse locations.
- Conduct cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory investigations.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of inventory.
Team Leadership
- Monitor performance, productivity, and adherence to company procedures.
- Communicate operational issues and employee concerns to warehouse management.
Safety and Compliance
- Enforce warehouse safety procedures and company policies.
- Ensure proper use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
- Maintain clear aisles, safe storage practices, and proper housekeeping.
- Report accidents, equipment issues, and unsafe conditions promptly.
Equipment and Facility
- Ensure material handling equipment is used properly.
- Maintain warehouse organization and operational readiness.
Communication and Reporting
- Communicate daily operational updates to management.
- Assist with tracking order accuracy, inventory accuracy, and shipping performance.
- Support management with scheduling, staffing, and operational planning.
Qualifications
- Previous warehouse experience preferred.
- Experience with inventory control.
- Forklift experience and certification preferred.
- Ability to lead temporary labor and manage competing priorities.
- Ability to lift and move materials as required by the position.
Performance Expectations
- Accurate inventory management.
- Timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Safe warehouse operations.
- Consistent productivity and operational efficiency.
- Compliance with company policies and procedures.
NPSG Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Warehouse Lead may perform additional duties as assigned to support overall warehouse operations.
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