Lead Warehouse Material Handler: Team Lead & Inventory

Lanco Group of Companies; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Broderson Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a Material Handler Lead in Lenexa, KS to oversee warehouse operations, lead a team of material handlers, and ensure efficient material flow for production. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to train and coach teammates while coordinating daily priorities to keep production running

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in warehouse, logistics, inventory control, or manufacturing operations.
• Forklift experience and ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily warehouse and material handling activities
• Train, coach, and assist team members to ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are met
• Foster a positive, team-focused culture built on accountability and continuous improvement
• Coordinate daily priorities to keep production running smoothly
• Ensure timely movement of materials to production areas
• Support inventory control activities, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy initiatives
• Assist with receiving, warehousing, shipping, and product identification processes
• Monitor material availability and proactively address shortages
• Maintain proper storage, traceability, and organization of materials
• Promote a safe work environment and compliance with all safety procedures
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Identify opportunities to improve material flow, efficiency, and workplace organization
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that support operational excellence

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Problem solving

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Broderson Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a Material Handler Lead in Lenexa, KS to oversee warehouse operations, lead a team of material handlers, and ensure efficient material flow for production. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to train and coach teammates while coordinating daily priorities to keep production running