Shipping Lead

Westlake; Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a hands-on Shipping Lead in Houston, Texas to guide daily shipping and yard operations. You will lead forklift operators, maintain inventory accuracy, and ensure every shipment leaves safely and on schedule.

The role requires strong leadership and problem-solving skills, along with a valid driver's license and forklift experience. Eligible employees may enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant shipping, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing experience.
• Valid driver's license and forklift experience or certification.
• Safety-focused, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the daily work of shipping team members.
• Stage, inspect, load, and unload flatbed trailers and containers.
• Record inventory and shipment information in the ERP system using a scanner.
• Maintain organized work areas through 5S and follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Shipping Lead - Houston, TX

Lead the team that keeps quality windows moving safely, accurately, and on time.

Join Our Team

A premier windows manufacturing company in Houston, Texas , is seeking a hands-on Shipping Lead to guide daily shipping and yard operations. In this key role, you will lead forklift operators, maintain inventory accuracy, stage and inspect loads, and help ensure every shipment leaves safely, damage-free, and on schedule.

What You'll Do

• Lead and direct the daily work of shipping team members.
• Stage, inspect, load, and unload flatbed trailers and containers.
• Verify products against pick lists and prevent damaged or incorrect items from shipping or being received.
• Record inventory and shipment information in the ERP system using a scanner.
• Perform cycle counts and maintain accurate yard inventory.
• Operate a forklift safely and maintain required certification.
• Support daily truck-loading requirements and communicate issues promptly to management.
• Maintain organized work areas through 5S and follow all safety procedures and work instructions.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to two years of relevant shipping, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing experience.
• Valid driver's license and forklift experience or certification.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and inventory systems.
• Safety-focused, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Work Environment

This active manufacturing and yard role requires standing for extended periods, moving throughout the facility, climbing stairs or ladders, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Required personal protective equipment must be worn.

Schedule: Full-time; flexibility for overtime and changing operational needs is required.

Comprehensive Benefits

Eligible employees may enjoy a competitive total rewards package designed to support health, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Company-paid and voluntary life and disability insurance options.
• Health savings and flexible spending account options.
• Employee assistance and wellness resources.
• Training, career development, and advancement opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment is at will. Benefits and eligibility may vary by plan and employment status.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.