Warehouse/Cooler Lead 2nd Shift

Chestnut Labs; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation (144 hours)

Paid holidays

Career growth opportunities

Employee rewards program

Employee referral program

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Job summary

Chestnut Labs is seeking a hands-on Warehouse/ Cooler Team Leader to guide daily operations, ensuring accurate movement of product and inventory. You will lead the team, uphold safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement across the warehouse environment.

Responsibilities include schedule communication, KPI monitoring, document verification, and staff training. A strong emphasis on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork is required for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4 years of warehouse, distribution, production, or related experience with demonstrated leadership attributes or team lead experience.
• Certification and/or License – forklift or other related work certifications.

Responsibilities

• Communicate the daily shift schedule and delegate tasks to the warehouse/cooler team.
• Proactively communicate issues and seek continuous improvement opportunities.
• Maintain knowledge of warehouse/shipping documents and complete forms accurately.
• Meet or exceed production demands by moving product accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain organization and stock rotation in coolers and warehouse.
• Monitor KPIs and adjust labor as needed.
• Verify incoming/outgoing orders against invoices and bills of lading.
• Assist in training and development of warehouse/cooler staff; certify equipment as needed.
• Perform inventories and audits.
• Ensure adequate staffing and supplies; assess equipment needs.
• Maintain safe, clean facilities and comply with GMP/food safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

English fluency

Multi-tasking

Inventory counts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4 years warehouse/production experience with leadership

Tools

Forklift certification

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Provide day-to-day team leadership to warehouse/cooler team members. Perform accurate and efficient movement of product and inventory throughout the warehouse and cooler environment to meet and exceed operational goals, internal standards and customer needs. Demonstrate mastery of all job functions in the warehousing area/department.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate the daily schedule at start of shift with the warehouse/cooler team, detailing the workload requirements of the day and delegating/participating to successfully accomplish the daily tasks
• Proactively communicate warehouse issues, including those involving deficiencies, to warehouse supervision; look for continuous improvement/process improvement opportunities
• Possess a complete knowledge of all warehouse and shipping and receiving documents, accurately completing all necessary paper and electronic forms in a timely manner
• Consistently meet or exceed production demands and needs by moving product accurately and efficiently
• Maintain organization, rotation of stock, and neatness of all coolers and warehouse
• Monitor KPI's and make daily operational adjustments as needed; ensure effective utilization of labor
• Ensure that incoming and outgoing orders are verified against vendor’s invoices, bills of lading, customer orders, and similar documentation
• Assist in the training and development of warehouse/cooler employees, including certifying employees on equipment as needed
• Perform daily, monthly, and end-of-year inventories; perform or assist with audits
• Assess staffing and materials to ensure supplies are adequate
• Ensure proper maintenance of the warehouse facilities, equipment, and supplies; recommend equipment requirements and replacements to supervisor to upgrade and maintain warehouse productivity and efficiency
• Keep a clean and safe working environment and optimize space utilization
• Follow all DFA GMP’s and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements. Inform QA personnel of any quality issues

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4 years of warehouse, distribution, production, or related experience coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes or team lead experience
• Certification and/or License – may require forklift, walk behind jack, or other related work certifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Able to promote a team environment and contribute to the overall success of the warehouse/cooler team
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to problem solve, multi-task and prioritize work activities
• Able to carry out instructions
• Able to perform accurate basic math computations and inventory counts
• Able to adapt to changing situations
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Health and Sick benefits begin 1st of the month after start date

401(k) with company contribution – 100% vested at day one of eligibility

Competitive pay

144 Hours of Paid Vacation Annually

6 Paid Holidays

Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!

Service recognition and employee rewards

Employee referral program

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An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

22.50 and up

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