Warehouse Lead

LifeScience Logistics; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeScience Logistics in Apex, NC is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, supervise staff, coordinate safety practices, and ensure efficient receiving, storage, and shipping processes.

The role requires leadership, communication, problem solving, and hands-on experience with forklifts, RF scanners, WMS, and MS Office. On-site work with occasional training responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Requires strong leadership and supervisory abilities.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receipt, storage, and distribution of materials.
• Supervise warehouse personnel and activities to meet productivity goals.
• Coordinate new and current employee training (safety, SOPs, forklift)
• Collaborate with internal/external customers to resolve shipping/receiving discrepancies.
• Prepare work schedules including assignments, breaks, overtime, and coverage.
• Address performance issues and apply corrective action as needed.
• Back up the Full-Time Supervisor when necessary.
• Maintain sanitation and review time/attendance records.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Time Management

Team Supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

RF Scanners

Forklifts

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Processing and requisitioning of supplies; delivering, and packaging materials for shipment.
• Supervise and coordinate Warehouse Personnel and activities which include the receipt, storage, to meet productivity goals, operating objectives, and warehouse maintenance functions.
• Coordinate new and current employee training to include, but not limited to the following: personal safety, forklift safety, warehouse policy and procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to resolve discrepancies related to shipping, receiving and inventory. Research errors and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare work schedules to include, but not limited to: work assignments/rotations, employee training, breaks, overtime assignments, and coverage for vacation/personal absences.
• Address and review personnel complaints and grievances ensuring compliance with appropriate company procedures and they are resolved effectively and efficiently without preferences or judgment.
• Assist Full-Time Supervisor in developing plans and programs for process improvement.
• Assist Full-Time Supervisor in compiling productivity and reliability statistics for management.
• Complete daily sanitation schedule and process end-shift paperwork.
• Ensure that warehouse is maintained in a sanitary manner according to Company standards.
• Consistently inform Full-Time Supervisor of potential problems and changes.
• Act as backup in the absence of Full-Time Supervisor.
• Review and approve employee time and attendance records.
• Address performance problems through corrective action and dismissal.

Qualifications And Job Specifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalency required. Working on a college degree preferred.
• Exhibits solid leadership ability.
• Demonstrates sound problem-solving skills.
• Displays dedication to a high standard or performance.
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have reach truck experience.

Technical Expertise

• Basic Microsoft Office skills: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Experience with warehouse operations, procedures, equipment, and terminology.
• Use of terminology of requisitions, invoices, and other warehouse documents.
• Operation of warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Experience utilizing WMS, RF Guns/Scanners.

Additional Employment Requirements

• Must be able to successfully pass all preliminary employment requirements (i.e., background check and drug screen).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstration of the following:
• Effective time management skills.
• Impeccable verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct appropriate research as needed.Strong presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Critical thinking.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands

• Work is light to medium in nature with frequent walking to perform assigned tasks.
• Occasional lifting of 25 – 50 lbs. is required.

Working Conditions

• Activities occur both inside and outside.
• Hazardous conditions may exist, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Employee is subjected to extreme cold while supervising in the freezer.

Equipment Operated

• Equipment: Desktop computer, fax machine, copier, desk phone, and cell phone.
• Systems: Outlook, Excel, and Word.

LifeScience Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion or national origin. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. We proudly support the employment of veterans and welcome applications from protected veterans and all qualified applicants.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.