Lead Warehouse Supervisor – Cold Storage

Penske

Wilmer (TX)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Base rate: $22.50

Shift differential: $1.00

Job summary

Penske Logistics is seeking a Lead Warehouse Worker to join our team in a fast-paced cold storage environment. You will provide leadership to regular and temporary associates and coordinate daily warehouse operations to meet productivity, safety and quality goals.

Ideal candidates have supervisory experience, forklift certification, and basic computer skills; willingness to work a 2:30pm start and overtime as needed. Join Penske Logistics for growth and stability with strong benefits.

Qualifications

2 years of warehouse experience
2 years of inventory or materials management experience preferred
1 year of supervisory experience required
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior forklift experience required
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint preferred
Ability to learn and use proprietary software required
Flexible to work overtime required
Ability to work in a cold storage environment required
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

Responsibilities

Monitor workflow throughout the shift, proactively identify operational issues, resolve problems, and adjust priorities to maintain efficiency in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Serve as a resource for associates by answering questions, providing training, supporting conflict resolution, and stepping into frontline warehouse roles as needed to ensure customer commitments are met.
Operate powered industrial equipment, including stand-up forklifts and electric pallet jacks (EPJ), to move, stage, load, unload, and store materials safely and efficiently.
Lead and support a team of warehouse associates by providing daily direction, coaching, and coverage to ensure productivity, safety, and operational goals are achieved.
Promote and lead safe work practices by maintaining a clean work environment, following all company safety policies, and supporting food safety and quality requirements where applicable.
Assist with opening and running the shift, including conducting shift huddles in the absence of the Operations Supervisor, communicating priorities, and providing timely updates on attendance and operational performance.
Cross-train in multiple warehouse functions during the first 90 days, with the ability to perform and provide coverage for roles such as order selector, forklift operator, sanitation, and clerk as business needs require.
Perform additional operational, administrative, and leadership responsibilities as assigned to support business needs, including covering for other leads or supervisors during absences and ensuring all daily work is completed before the end of the shift.
Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor.