Lead, Warehouse Operator

Landis+Gyr; Kirkland (WA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Other perks

Job summary

Landis+Gyr is hiring a Warehouse Lead to oversee daily operations, safety, and efficiency in our Kirkland-based facility. You will guide the warehouse team, ensure accurate shipping/receiving, and maintain orderly processes while aligning with QEHS standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating device setups with RF Techs and subcontractors, supporting cycle counts, and driving continuous improvement in material handling and layout. APICS CLTD certification is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in a warehouse/inventory environment
• Experience leading a team
• APICS CLTD certification
• Excellent analytical, technical, communication, and team-building skills

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse staff to achieve high performance in quality and efficiency.
• Perform shipping/receiving tasks for outgoing and incoming products and RMAs.
• Maintain organized warehouse per procedures and safety standards.
• Assist with inventory cycle counts.
• Coordinate and validate setup of outgoing devices with RF Techs and subcontractors.
• Ensure QEHS compliance and report metrics.
• Organize and track RMA shipments and returns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

SAP familiarity

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

APICS CLTD

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Pallet jack

Job description

At Landis+Gyr, we're helping shape the future of energy—making it more intelligent, resilient, and sustainable.

As a global energy technology leader, we're accelerating the energy evolution through purposeful innovation and trusted partnerships. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, our intelligent solutions connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid, helping customers modernize infrastructure, optimize operations, and deliver energy that is more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable.

Behind every solution is a team of approximately 3,300 employees across more than 40 countries who are passionate about solving complex challenges, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact for our utility customers and the communities they serve.

Join Team Green and help shape the future of intelligent energy.

Job Summary

Lead the warehouse staff in achieving high marks in quality, efficiency, safety and productivity while maintaining a positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Perform shipping and receiving tasks of outgoing and incoming products, supplies and RMA's
• Maintain an organized warehouse in accordance with the Warehouse Housekeeping Control Procedure
• Perform sorting and initiate recycling of materials
• Assist with Inventory Cycle Counts
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized and efficient work environment, perform necessary refurbishment, testing, configuration, and upgrades for endpoints or equipment as directed, and assist in facility preventative maintenance and maintenance activities
• Ensure all warehouse facilities and activities are managed in compliance with company QEHS standards and report on metrics
• Lead efforts to manage to the local quality action plan (LQAP)
• Support warehouse personnel by prioritizing daily activities to meet project requirements
• Coordinate and validate the setup of outgoing devices, organizing associated activities with RF Techs and subcontractors
• Lead the warehouse staff in achieving high performance targets for quality and efficiency and oversee the activities of direct reports and lead efforts on continually improve material handling, flow strategies, and floor layout to increase productivity and reduce cycle times.
• Organize and track RMA shipments and returns and coordinate incoming and/or outgoing materials/equipment as needed with field resources

Company Values

• Supports and adheres to Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.
• Represents Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.

Education And Experience

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• 2 + years of experience in a warehouse/inventory environment
• Prior experience leading a team
• Excellent analytical, technical, communication, and team building skills
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• APICS CLTD

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to drive a forklift
• Basic knowledge of warehouse functions
• Able to use a pallet jack
• Ability to work at a fast pace
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Personal computer knowledge
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Keyboard/typing skills
• Knowledge of ISO and Quality-Environmental-Health & Safety systems
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently with little supervision
• Familiarity with SAP

Working Conditions

• Working Conditions: Hybrid environment with time spent sitting and working on a computer using keyboard, mouse, monitor and warehouse environment including assembling equipment, using forklift to move stock and receipting of goods. Use of other devices such as phone, copier/printer/fax, etc.
• Driving Status: Clean driving record
• Physical Requirements: Typical hybrid setting. Required to stand; walk; crouch; or handle objects. Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Ability to sit and view computer screen for long periods of time. The ability to see, hear, & speak in English. Reasonable accommodation is provided for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Personal Protection Equipment/Other OHSAS Safety Requirements: Ensure the continued efforts and assist in achieving annual goals of health, safety, and environmental policies. Must be current with available OSHA/Safety Training provided by the Company. If required, must be able to work while wearing safety equipment such as hard hats, work boots, gloves, hearing protection, and others.

As a part of the Landis+Gyr family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive. Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays. We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members.

Pay is in the range of $25.77-$32.58 per hour. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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