Team Lead – Logistics Coordinator

Jobtailor; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a Warehouse Supervisor in New York to coordinate daily warehouse operations, oversee receiving, shipping, and inventory control, and mentor associates to adhere to Standard Operating Procedures.

The role includes forklift operation, safety compliance, training, and reporting to site management. The ideal candidate has forklift certification, basic computer skills, and flexibility for occasional evenings or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
• Forklift training/ certification required.
• Able to operate MHE and RF scanners.
• Knowledge of WMS functions.
• Good English reading/writing/verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily warehouse operational activities.
• Oversee associates handling warehousing, receiving, and shipping activities.
• Mentor and train new and existing associates on distribution activities and SOPs.
• Assist with forklift operation and certification.
• Coordinate inbound unloading, product stacking, outbound picking, and staging.
• Verify inbound/outbound paperwork and product counts.
• Load orders according to assigned doors/trailers.
• Research shipping/receiving discrepancies.
• Communicate with customers by phone, electronically, or in person.
• Prepare accurate activity reports for site management.
• Perform quality control checks, including product verification, packaging, shrink wrapping, labeling, and discrepancy reporting.
• Report inconsistencies to the Operations Supervisor/Manager.
• Participate in quality and safety meetings.
• Execute safety protocols and maintain warehouse cleanliness and security.
• Direct warehouse work-team operations and assist with productivity and payroll-hour records.
• Participate in work-schedule creation and ensure effective job assignments.
• Initiate and report corrective actions for product, process, and quality-system nonconformities.
• Operate, inspect, and perform minor maintenance on forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance.
• Perform clerical tasks such as telephones, scheduling, filing, and record keeping.

Skills

Warehouse operations coordination

Forklift operation

MHE operation

WMS knowledge

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Effective communication

Adaptability

Minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

RF scanner

WMS

Job description

• Coordinate and oversee assigned daily warehouse operational activities
• Oversee associates handling warehousing, receiving, and shipping activities
• Mentor and train new and existing associates on distribution activities and Standard Operating Procedures
• Assist with forklift operation and certification
• Coordinate inbound unloading, product stacking, outbound picking, and staging
• Verify inbound and outbound paperwork and product counts
• Load orders according to assigned doors and trailers
• Research shipping and receiving discrepancies
• Communicate with customers by phone, electronically, or in person
• Prepare accurate activity reports for site management
• Perform quality control checks, including product verification, packaging, shrink wrapping, labeling, and discrepancy reporting
• Report inconsistencies and problems to the Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager
• Participate in quality and safety meetings
• Execute safety protocols and maintain warehouse cleanliness and security
• Direct warehouse work-team operations and assist with productivity and payroll-hour records
• Participate in work-schedule creation and ensure effective job assignments
• Initiate and report corrective actions for product, process, and quality-system nonconformities
• Operate, inspect, and perform minor maintenance on forklifts and other material-handling equipment
• Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks as assigned, including telephones, scheduling, filing, and record keeping

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience working in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment
• Able to operate material handling equipment (MHE)
• Able to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures during warmer and colder months
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
• Basic computer skills
• RF scanner skills
• WMS functions knowledge
• English reading, writing, and verbal skills
• Basic to intermediate mathematical skills for verifying quantities and counting inventory
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all levels of the organization
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 21–50 pounds
• Ability to walk and stand constantly, bend frequently, and reach, squat, or kneel
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed and work mandatory or voluntary overtime
• Maintain an active forklift certification

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in warehouse operations, including logistics coordination, material handling equipment operation, and adherence to safety protocols. Proficient in training associates, performing quality control checks, and maintaining accurate inventory records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Warehouse Operations Coordination
• Forklift Operation and Certification
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operation
• WMS Functions Knowledge
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy

Hard Skills

• Logistics Coordination
• Quality Control Checks
• Inventory Verification
• Basic Computer Skills
• RF Scanner Skills
• Mathematical Skills
• Product Stacking
• Shipping and Receiving
• Discrepancy Reporting
• Safety Protocols Execution

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability
• Team Leadership
• Minimal Supervision

Certifications & Qualifications

• Forklift Certification

Industry Keywords

• Warehouse Operations
• Logistics
• Distribution
• Receiving
• Shipping
• Quality Control
• Safety Protocols
• Inventory Management
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Operational Activities

Tools & Technologies

• Forklift
• Material Handling Equipment
• RF Scanner
• Warehouse Management System (WMS)