Lead Warehouse Associate — Training & Shipping Leader

Vallen Distribution, Inc.; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Vallen USA is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate to oversee receiving, storage, and dispatch of goods in our warehouse. You will mentor teammates, coordinate daily tasks, and ensure accurate order fulfillment while adhering to safety guidelines.

The role emphasizes leadership in warehouse operations, accuracy in inventory, and proactive collaboration with supervision to optimize workflows and meet shipping schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience or training.
• Forklift or cherry picker experience preferred.
• Ability to read safety rules, work orders, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Train and mentor others in receiving, put away, picking, packing, and shipping tasks.
• Assist leadership with daily work delegation and scheduling.
• Process shipments by loading orders according to schedules and orders.
• Unload, inspect, and store incoming goods; verify against invoices and damage.

Skills

Forklift experience

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4+ years experience or training

Tools

MS Office

Vista

Prophet 21

Job description

Vallen USA is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate to oversee receiving, storage, and dispatch of goods in our warehouse. You will mentor teammates, coordinate daily tasks, and ensure accurate order fulfillment while adhering to safety guidelines.

The role emphasizes leadership in warehouse operations, accuracy in inventory, and proactive collaboration with supervision to optimize workflows and meet shipping schedules.