Group Lead

SanMar-Internal; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan with matching

Job summary

SanMar-Internal is seeking a Group Lead in Avondale, Arizona to oversee daily warehouse operations and coordinate workflow. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of warehouse experience and demonstrate leadership skills while ensuring accurate and efficient product shipping.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, operating equipment, and training staff. This position offers comprehensive benefits including paid time off and a 401(k) with matching.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience supporting various warehouse functions.
• 1-3 years of experience operating powered lift equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products are shipped accurately and efficiently.
• Comply with company policies and safety regulations.
• Maintain employee productivity standards and assist with training.

Skills

Bilingual skills

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Radio Frequency (RF) unit

Job description

Pay: $21.50 + $1.00 Shift Differential = $22.50 per hour

Overview

A Group Lead provides support to daily warehouse operations and system processes. The Group Lead plans and coordinates workflow for an assigned area, ensuring proper resource placement and timely shipment processing to meet customer service levels. The role also supports other areas as directed by the DC Supervisor and/or Shift Manager.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products are shipped accurately and efficiently.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, safety regulations, and support safety efforts.
• Maintain employee productivity standards and assist with training, including on‑job and safety training.
• Generate and maintain reports, input data, and ensure consistent and accurate data entry.
• Operate a Radio Frequency (RF) unit in combination with the Internal Operating System for daily work.
• Operate powered lift equipment as required.
• Communicate with trucking company dispatchers to coordinate pick‑up schedule changes.
• Check out equipment and return it in the same condition.
• Meet minimum accuracy and delivery deadline standards.
• Maintain a safe, neat, and clean work area in accordance with SanMar safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• 4–6 years of experience supporting various warehouse functions.
• 1–3 years of experience operating powered lift equipment.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to follow through on projects and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of the Internal Operating System(s) and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated leadership by setting a strong example, initiative, and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, write, and correctly interpret colors, sizes, quantities, labels, and SKU information.
• Comprehension of verbal and written instructions.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a high‑demand, high‑volume environment and meet deadlines.
• Professional handling of confidential and business matters, including conflict resolution with employees.
• May be required to complete and maintain SanMar’s Lift Operator Certification.
• Essential days or overtime may be required.

Working Conditions

Employees are required to stand, walk, talk, and hear throughout the shift. Physical demands include lifting or moving up to 60 pounds and operating powered equipment that requires both hands and full neck, head, and back range of motion. Repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions, reaching, climbing stairs, kneeling/squatting, and bending may be performed. The role requires close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment. Protective headsets, harnesses, and personal protective equipment are required. Work occurs in a moderately noisy environment with potential exposure to dust, weather conditions, and adjacent conveyor systems. Movement of forklifts, pallet jacks, and mechanized systems is common. Ambient lighting and extreme heat or cold may be encountered.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: accrue based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year, with 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) plan with $1 for $1 match up to 4% of earnings, matched and vested at every pay cycle.
• Life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As set forth in SanMar’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We aim to have at least 7% of our workforce as people with disabilities and must measure our progress toward this goal. Completing any disability self‑identification form is voluntary; the information is confidential and will not affect hiring decisions.