Team Lead, Operations

Jobtailor; Braselton (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Braselton, GA is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to coordinate and oversee daily operational activities for the warehouse team. You will mentor staff, ensure accurate loading/unloading, and maintain safety and quality standards.

The role requires forklift operation certification, experience with RF scanning and WMS, and the ability to work evenings or weekends. You will also handle paperwork, prepare site reports, and collaborate with management to optimize productivity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in logistics, distribution, or a 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.
• Experience with RF scanners and WMS functions.
• English reading, writing, and verbal skills.
• Basic to intermediate mathematical skills for verifying quantities, counting inventory, and related tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all organizational levels.
• Ability to adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Willingness to work mandatory or voluntary overtime as dictated by business.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 21–50 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand constantly, bend frequently, and handle product or packaging materials.
• Active forklift certification.
• Preferred: 2–4 years of warehouse/logistics/distribution experience.
• Preferred: 2–4 years of proven forklift experience.
• Preferred: current or prior MHE certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily operational activities assigned to the warehouse team.
• 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, product counts, doors, and trailers.
• Load orders efficiently and accurately.
• Research shipping and receiving discrepancies.
• Communicate professionally with customers by telephone, electronically, or in person.
• Prepare activity reports for site management.
• Verify products and orders meet quality standards and report damage or discrepancies.
• Stack, package, shrink wrap, and label products.
• Report inconsistencies and problems to the Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager.
• Participate in quality, safety, and department meetings.
• Execute safety protocols and maintain warehouse cleanliness and security.
• Direct warehouse work-team operations and assist with productivity and payroll-hour records.
• Assist with workforce levels and participate in establishing and implementing work schedules.
• Ensure product handling follows quality procedures and guidelines.
• Initiate or recommend corrective actions for product, process, and quality-system nonconformities.
• Operate, inspect, and perform minor maintenance on forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintain equipment and report equipment problems.
• Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance.
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as answering telephones, scheduling, greeting visitors, filing, and record keeping.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Forklift Operation

RF Scanners

WMS

Inventory Verification

Shipping and Receiving

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Material Handling Equipment (MHE)

Job description

• Coordinate and oversee daily operational activities assigned to the warehouse team


• 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, product counts, doors, and trailers


• Load orders efficiently and accurately


• Research shipping and receiving discrepancies


• Communicate professionally with customers by telephone, electronically, or in person


• Prepare activity reports for site management


• Verify products and orders meet quality standards and report damage or discrepancies


• Stack, package, shrink wrap, and label products


• Report inconsistencies and problems to the Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager


• Participate in quality, safety, and department meetings


• Execute safety protocols and maintain warehouse cleanliness and security


• Direct warehouse work-team operations and assist with productivity and payroll-hour records


• Assist with workforce levels and participate in establishing and implementing work schedules


• Ensure product handling follows quality procedures and guidelines


• Initiate or recommend corrective actions for product, process, and quality-system nonconformities


• Operate, inspect, and perform minor maintenance on forklifts and other warehouse equipment


• Maintain equipment and report equipment problems


• Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance


• Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as answering telephones, scheduling, greeting visitors, filing, and record keeping


• Perform other duties as assigned

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


• Experience with RF scanners and WMS functions


• English reading, writing, and verbal skills


• Basic to intermediate mathematical skills for verifying quantities, counting inventory, and related tasks


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance


• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all organizational levels


• Ability to adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced work environment


• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed


• Willingness to work mandatory or voluntary overtime as dictated by business


• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 21–50 pounds


• Ability to walk and stand constantly, bend frequently, and handle product or packaging materials


• Active forklift certification


• Preferred: 2–4 years of warehouse/logistics/distribution experience


• Preferred: 2–4 years of proven forklift experience


• Preferred: current or prior MHE certification

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in warehouse operations, including inventory management, quality control, and safety protocols. Proficient in operating material handling equipment and mentoring associates to ensure efficient logistics and distribution processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Forklift Operation


• Material Handling Equipment (MHE)


• RF Scanners


• Warehouse Management System (WMS)


• Logistics Coordination

Hard Skills

• Inventory Verification


• Quality Control


• Product Stacking


• Order Loading


• Shipping and Receiving


• Basic Computer Skills


• Mathematical Skills


• Clerical Tasks


• Safety Protocols


• Equipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail


• Effective Communication


• Adaptability


• Team Leadership


• Problem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• Forklift Certification


• Material Handling Equipment Certification

Industry Keywords

• Logistics


• Distribution


• Warehouse Operations


• Standard Operating Procedures


• Quality Procedures