Shipping Lead

The Wonderful Company; Buttonwillow (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wonderful Company is seeking a Shipping Lead to oversee all forklift operators in our distribution center, ensuring safe, efficient operations and adherence to standard procedures and BRC initiatives. The Lead also performs driver duties when needed and provides direction to the team.

Compensation for the role is $22.00-$27.00 per hour, dependent on skills and experience. The position requires leadership, shipping knowledge, and forklift training, with GED/high school diploma and 1–3 years

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma and 1–3 years in Shipping/Receiving or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee movements by all forklift operators.
• Communicate expectations to forklift drivers.
• Plan and implement tasks and ensure standard processes are followed.
• Daily problem solving and decision making.
• Ensure drivers follow safety operating procedures and guidelines.
• Conduct daily safety tailgates with operators.
• Ensure reports and documents support internal programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain daily inventory accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Shipping knowledge

Computer literate

Forklift knowledge

Material handling

Education

GED or high school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates.

JOB SUMMARY:

The lead is responsible for all forklift operators in shipping. The Lead is accountable of all drivers following standard operating procedures or SW processes. The Lead is accountable for the safety and efficiency of the equipment the operators use. He is also required to perform driver duties. The lead is expected to provide direction and compliance around activities that support our BRC initiative.

Compensation- $22.00-$27.00/hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Job Description

• Manage & oversee movements made by all forklift operators
• Communicate expectations to forklift drivers.
• Plan & implement tasks and ensure standard processes are being followed
• Daily problem solving
• Able to analyze situations and make decisions
• Ensure all drivers follow safety operating procedures and guidelines
• Conduct daily safety tailgates with operators
• Ensures all direct reports are filling our documentation that supports internal programs / processes
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• International loading capacities
• Daily inventory accuracy

Qualifications

• Computer Literate
• Strong Leadership skills
• Shipping knowledge
• Completion of Forklift training program
• Material Handling knowledge

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Technical skills

• Creates a problem-solving culture, focused on identifying/addressing root causes of performance

Capability building

• Coaches/develops future leaders, stretching them and providing clear feedback to improve

Mindsets and behaviors

• Sets example by challenging long-held beliefs
• Open, accessible, honest, trustworthy

Performance management

• Sets demanding targets and pushes team to deliver
• Holds others accountable for delivering, with strong incentives and consequences

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

GED or high school diploma, one to three years previous experience in Shipping/Receiving or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Additional Information

POM's Dedication to You:

• Thriving Wellness Community:Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
  • 24/7 online physician consultations
  • virtual mental health resources
  • life coaching
  • engaging employee community groups
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
  • library of on-demand fitness videos
• Career Advancement Opportunities:Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development:Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program:Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
• Continuous Improvement Training:Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society:To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visitcsr.wonderful.com .

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products, including our 100% pomegranate juices, healthy juice blends and teas. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California, we grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers, our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas, fresh fruit when in season, and fresh arils.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com.

We’ve made Wonderful® Pistachios America’s fastest-growing snack brand. We’ve turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful® into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI® Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in America. JUSTIN® Wine produces California’s top-selling, high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• Giving Back to the Community:Make a difference withWonderful Giving , allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.