Distribution Lead

Hoshizaki America; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Hoshizaki America invites applications for a Distribution Lead in Edison, NJ. The role oversees daily shipping, receiving, inventory and order fulfillment, guiding Distribution Associates to ensure accuracy and timely delivery from a satellite warehouse.

The position requires 4–5 years in shipping or distribution operations, forklift/pallet jack experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. Monday– Friday, 8am–5pm, on-site at 450 Raritan Center Pkwy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4–5 years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, or distribution operations experience.
• Experience operating material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Strong knowledge of shipping carriers and processes, including UPS, FedEx, LTL.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 51 lbs.
• Proficient computer skills, including inventory systems, shipping software, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily distribution operations by assigning and prioritizing work to ensure shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by overseeing weekly cycle counts, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring >95% accuracy for Service Parts and 100% accuracy for Finished Goods equipment.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities across UPS, LTL, and other carriers while ensuring accurate order processing and timely customer deliveries.
• Lead and support Distribution Associates through training, daily guidance, and reinforcement of safe and efficient warehouse practices.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and customer-ready facility while supporting audits, addressing operational issues, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory systems

Shipping software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Hoshizaki America Inc., – Engineering Excellence, Powered by People

Who We Are

Hoshizaki is a global organization with a diverse portfolio of companies and brands serving the foodservice industry through manufacturing, refrigeration, foodservice equipment, beverage dispensing, and related technologies. As part of the Hoshizaki Group, Hoshizaki America combines global innovation and resources with local expertise to deliver high-quality products and customer‑focused solutions.

Our culture is grounded in four core values: Transparency, Compliance, Trust, and Collaboration (TCTC). These values guide how we work, how we serve our customers, and how we build lasting relationships with our employees, partners, and communities.

Role Overview

The Distribution Lead plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the satellite warehouse, overseeing daily shipping, receiving, inventory, and order fulfillment activities. This position provides hands‑on leadership to Distribution Associates, coordinates daily priorities, and ensures orders are processed accurately and on time. Distribution Lead also serves as a key point of contact for customers and operational needs while maintaining high standards for inventory accuracy, safety, organization, and service.

Location: 450 Raritan Center Pkwy, Edison, NJ 08837

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Responsibilities & Key Performance Indicators

• Lead daily distribution operations by assigning and prioritizing work to ensure shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by overseeing weekly cycle counts, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring >95% accuracy for Service Parts and 100% accuracy for Finished Goods equipment.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities across UPS, LTL, and other carriers while ensuring accurate order processing and timely customer deliveries.
• Lead and support Distribution Associates through training, daily guidance, and reinforcement of safe and efficient warehouse practices.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and customer‑ready facility while supporting audits, addressing operational issues, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4–5 years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, or distribution operations experience.
• Experience operating material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Strong knowledge of shipping carriers and processes, including UPS, FedEx, LTL, etc.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and make sound decisions.
• Proficient computer skills, including inventory systems, shipping software, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 51 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience.
• Customer service experience.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Hoshizaki America is a leading manufacturer of commercial foodservice equipment, including ice machines, refrigeration, prep tables, display cases, and dispensers. Headquartered in Peachtree City, Georgia, with an additional manufacturing facility in Griffin, Hoshizaki America employs more than 1,000 people nationwide.

Join a global organization known for quality, innovation, engineering excellence, and energy‑efficient solutions, with the opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing operations and future technologies.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $[63,000]– $[79,000] annually, plus eligibility for a bonus opportunity with annual payouts distributed in [installments]. This range is a good faith estimate of what Hoshizaki America expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

Benefits include [childcare incentives, affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability coverage, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off and company holidays, tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities, safe, climate‑controlled workplaces, uniforms provided with meal subsidies, and employee discounts and wellness programs].

This job description outlines the general nature of the role and is not a comprehensive list of duties or requirements. Hoshizaki America reserves the right to modify it at any time.

Additional Information

Relocation assistance and employment‑based visa sponsorship are [not available for this position]. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Hoshizaki America directly.