Team Lead

Ferrero International S.A.; Maple Heights (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrero is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead to oversee the flow of packaging, ensure proper paperwork, label and load shipments, and maintain a safe, accurate warehouse. The role focuses on outbound freight, inventory accuracy, and supporting daily operations to meet customer requirements.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience, can lift up to 75 lbs, and hold forklift certifications (or can obtain). SAP experience is preferred to enter receipt and transfer data correctly.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related warehouse experience
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally and stand for long periods
• Forklift and electric pallet jack certifications or ability to obtain them

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct the flow of packaging to the assigned area.
• Set up pick areas as assigned.
• Report inventory and warehouse activity as requested.
• Direct seasonal personnel to complete daily warehouse tasks.
• Print labels and orders for shipments to meet customer requirements.
• Release, print, and pull sales orders.
• Load customer pick ups as necessary.
• Report any inventory inaccuracies to supervisor and perform counts as required.
• Charge forklifts or change batteries as required.
• Ensure outbound trucks are cleaned and maintained at load time.
• Uphold food safety and quality systems and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Conduct receiving and storage transfers as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

SAP experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the Role

We have a current opening for a Team Lead and are actively reviewing applications.The Warehouse Team Lead ensures that the appropriate computer transactions and necessary paperwork is processed according to SOPP. Maintains a clean, organized and safe warehouse facility. Ensures that all goods stored in the finished goods warehouse are handled properly. Ensures that outbound freight is secured, labeled, and that trucks are in appropriate condition to handle our products. Assures inventory is accurate and supports with any additional tasks as presented.

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinate & direct flow of packaging to assigned area.
• Set-up pick areas as assigned.
• Report inventory and warehouse activity as requested.
• Direct seasonal personnel help in completion of daily assigned warehouse requirements.
• Prints labels and orders for shipments to meet customer requirements.
• Release, print and pull sales orders.
• Load customer pick ups as necessary.
• Reports any inventory inaccuracies to supervisor and performs any inventory counts as required.
• Charge Forklifts as needed or change batteries as required.
• Ensure outbound trucks are properly cleaned and maintained at the point of loading.
• Responsible to uphold and maintain the food safety and quality systems.
• Ensure inventory accuracy.
• Conduct receiving and storage location transfers on needed material

About You

Education or Experience Sufficient reading level to understand written requirements and Bills of Lading, and simple arithmetic.1 to 2 years of related experience.

Physical Ability to lift up to 75lbs occasionally, stand for up to 8 hours, peripheral and depth perception to properly navigate a forklift. Ability to work in cold environment.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Forklift and electric pallet jack certifications or ability to obtain one.

Computer Skills Thorough understanding of basic computer principles to properly enter receipt and transfer information. SAP Experience (Preferred)

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

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About Ferrero

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.DE&I at Ferrero

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Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.Find out more here.