Warehouse Front Line Leader

Protective Industrial Products; Guilderland Center (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Protective Industrial Products in Guilderland Center, NY, is seeking a Warehouse Front Line Leader to guide a frontline team on shift. You will drive safety, productivity, and quality in daily operations, with hands-on coaching and clear communication across departments.

The role emphasizes leadership, process improvement, and a strong focus on meeting area KPIs while maintaining a positive work environment and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum education as listed; leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in distribution, warehousing, or manufacturing.
• Strong communication and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of 6+ employees to safety and productivity targets.
• Assign daily work based on priorities and skills; monitor performance.
• Identify training needs and coordinate with HR to address gaps.
• Utilize WMS to manage workflow and reporting.
• Document safety incidents and conduct regular safety walks.
• Communicate with site leadership in huddles and meetings.
• Support timely, accurate small parcel processing.
• Identify and implement sustainable process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

RF scanners

WMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Warehouse Front Line Leader

#4365

Guilderland Center, New York, United States

Position Type

Full-time

Salary Range

21.65-28.00

Working Arrangement

In Office

Job Summary

COMPANY SUMMARY

We’re excited to welcome new talent to PIP Global Safety as we begin a new chapter with our acquisition of Honeywell Safety Products—doubling our global reach and strengthening our mission to protect workers worldwide. As a leading PPE manufacturer with 40+ years of innovation, we deliver trusted protection and solutions that empower performance and well‑being, guided by our core values. When you join us, you’ll find not only career growth but also comprehensive benefits—including health coverage, competitive PTO, paid holidays, and a company‑matched 401(k)—all designed to support your future and well‑being.

JOB SUMMARY

Th e Warehouse 2nd Shift Front Line Leader is responsible for leading a team of frontline employees, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring the highest levels of safety, productivity, and efficiency within their assigned area. This role plays a critical part in fostering a positive work environment, encouraging collaboration, and driving continuous improvement to achieve area Key Process Indicators (KPIs). The Front Line Leader serves as both a coach and a resource, ensuring operational excellence while supporting employee engagement and development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, motivate, and coach a team of 6+ employees to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and order accuracy targets.
• Assign staff work daily based on operational priorities, employee skill levels, and workload demands.
• Monitor employee performance against attendance, safety, quality, and productivity standards, providing feedback and coaching.
• Identify training needs and coordinate with training leaders and HR to close skill gaps.
• Learn and effectively utilize Warehouse Management System (WMS) software to manage workflow, inventory movement, and operational reporting.
• Serve as the primary contact for documenting safety incidents, including near misses, and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Conduct regular Gemba walks to observe operations, identify improvement opportunities, and reinforce safety and operational standards.
• Maintain clear communication within the team and across departments, sharing updates with site leadership through huddles and operational meetings.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure workflow efficiency, equipment readiness, and adherence to quality standards.
• Support processing of small parcel orders and ensure timely, accurate order fulfillment.
• Identify operational challenges or improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.

REQUIRED SKILLS FOR SUCCESS

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a distribution, warehousing, or manufacturing environment, with prior leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and engage a diverse team.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer proficiency required, including experience with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn warehouse management software and operational systems.
• Experience using RF scanners in a warehouse or distribution environment preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of order fulfillment, inventory control, shipping, receiving, and small parcel processing preferred.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement or Operational Excellence (Lean/Six Sigma) a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment while maintaining safety and quality focus.

Area of Interest

Integrated Supply Chain and Operations

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