Lead Warehouse Associate — Materials, Inventory & Safety

Jenkins Plumbing Company, LC; Town of Townsend (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth

Employee benefits

Team-oriented environment

100% associate-owned company

Job summary

Jenkins Plumbing Company is seeking a dependable Warehouse Lead Associate to oversee daily warehouse operations and support residential plumbing construction teams. This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating receiving, storing, and distributing plumbing materials with an emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in warehousing or material handling and prior supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years in warehouse, inventory, or material handling.
• Prior warehouse lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in plumbing/building materials distribution is a plus.
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials safely.
• Able to use inventory tracking systems and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily warehouse operations including receiving, stocking, organizing, and distributing materials.
• Provide daily direction to warehouse associates to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Oversee inventory organization and maintain accurate records.
• Receive shipments, verify quantities, inspect for damage, and stage items for delivery.
• Coordinate material requests and deliveries with supervisors and field personnel.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or needs to management.
• Assist with counts, cycle counts, and reconciliation.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and safe operation of warehouse equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Train staff on procedures, safety practices, and company expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Team motivation

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Job description

Jenkins Plumbing Company is seeking a dependable Warehouse Lead Associate to oversee daily warehouse operations and support residential plumbing construction teams. This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating receiving, storing, and distributing plumbing materials with an emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in warehousing or material handling and prior supervisory experience.