Inventory & Materials Shift Lead

UFP Industries, Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Dental insurance (optional)

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Inventory & Logistics Lead responsible for full-spectrum material handling, inventory control, and reporting. You will work with the lead, supervisor, and upper management to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

You will direct operations on floor, interact with multiple departments, and ensure compliance with ERP-driven processes. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities are essential, as is experience in a warehouse/fixtures setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related role.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to guide others.
• Ability to read work orders and prints with advanced computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Print reading ability and attention to detail.
• Problem solving abilities and adaptability.
• Familiarity with the custom store fixture industry and receiving processes.
• Ability to identify products from labels and ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to others and act as a leader.
• Operate as Manager when Manager is off floor.
• Understand all material handling roles and interact with other departments.
• Communicate with employees and upper management.
• Manage inventory accuracy and financial accuracy using ERP reports.
• Expedite customer requests with project management teams.
• Close jobs, add items to inventory, and allocate locations; manage Excel-based reports.
• Prepare shipments for unloading or transit and coordinate with teams.
• Inspect inbound/outbound goods; resolve discrepancies with supervisor.
• Work independently while handling multiple priorities.
• Perform cycle counts and report results to leadership.
• Validate BOMs and data in CSF processes.
• Determine storage locations and data for inventory transactions.
• Demonstrate proficiency in ERP system picking and bin transfers.
• Assign specific tasks (Receiving/Shipping clerk) as needed.
• Operate lift equipment within safety limits; handle various weight moves.
• Scan QR/Barcodes and complete basic pick transactions.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Communication

Print reading

Problem solving

ERP systems

Barcode scanning

Tools

ERP system

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Inventory & Logistics Lead responsible for full-spectrum material handling, inventory control, and reporting. You will work with the lead, supervisor, and upper management to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

You will direct operations on floor, interact with multiple departments, and ensure compliance with ERP-driven processes. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities are essential, as is experience in a warehouse/fixtures setting.