Warehouse/Cooler Lead 2nd Shift

Empire Livestock LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Career growth opportunities

Employee rewards

Employee referral program

Job summary

Empire Livestock LLC. is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Lead to provide day-to-day team leadership for the warehouse/cooler crew. You will supervise movement of product and inventory to meet operational goals and customer needs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires strong knowledge of warehouse processes, safety, and paperwork, with responsibilities including training staff, inventory audits, KPI monitoring, and adherence to GMP and food-safety standards.

Qualifications

• 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 – forklift or other related work certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse/cooler team and communicate workload at start of shift.
• Proactively communicate warehouse issues and look for improvement opportunities.
• Maintain knowledge of all warehouse and shipping/receiving documents and complete forms.
• Meet or exceed production demands by moving product accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain organization and rotation of stock in all areas.
• Monitor KPIs and adjust operations to use labor effectively.
• Verify incoming/outgoing orders against invoices and packing lists.
• Train and develop warehouse staff, certifying equipment as needed.
• Perform inventories and audits.
• Ensure proper maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Follow GMPs and food-safety standards and inform QA of quality issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Inventory control

Forklift certification

English proficiency

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification (cert/license)

Tools

Microsoft Office

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

Work for Dairy Farm Families

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

22.50 and up

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