Warehouse Lead

Delavan Holdings; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Delavan Holdings is seeking a Warehouse Lead to take the lead on a designated process and ensure daily tasks are completed to a high standard. The role coordinates shipments to meet customer specifications, timelines, and cost targets.

The successful candidate will use WMS, ERP systems, and Power BI reporting, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining safety and accuracy in packing, labeling, and routing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of warehouse or logistics experience, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of shipping methods, routing practices, and freight terminology.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and shipping software.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Motivate team members to ensure daily tasks are completed for designated duties.
• Route and ship orders to ensure timely, accurate fulfillment using WMS, ERP, and shipping platforms.
• Stand for an 8-hour shift while remaining on your feet.
• Coordinate outbound shipments and select carriers (LTL, FTL, parcel).
• Review and approve shipping documents (bills of lading, packing lists, labels).
• Monitor shipping schedules, dock appointments, and carrier pickups.
• Work with providers to resolve delays or transit issues.
• Ensure DOT, OSHA, and company safety standards are followed.
• Conduct daily audits of shipments, labeling, and routing accuracy.
• Communicate with customer service, sales, and inventory to resolve discrepancies.
• Train and mentor warehouse staff in shipping procedures, safety, and quality practices.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS

ERP

Power BI

Shipping platforms

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Warehouse Lead will take the lead on a designated process, as assigned by the Warehouse Manager, and ensure that tasks are completed to a high standard. The lead will ensure that team members complete all tasks are completed on a daily basis for their responsible area. This position ensures shipments are routed according to customer specifications, cost-effective methods, and within the required timelines. The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to coordinate daily shipping operations and support continuous improvement initiatives. The goal is to motivate other team members and be a self-motivated, positive team member to increase efficiency, profitability and customer satisfaction through committing to working hard, being reliable/punctual, keeping track of inventory for assigned client base and housing the product safely.

Key Responsibilities:

• Motivate team members to ensure that all tasks are completed as assigned on a daily basis for the designated duties.
• Responsible for routing and shipping orders to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment, utilizing warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP software, Power BI reporting, Customer Shipping Portals, and shipping platforms (e.g., FedEx, UPS, LTL portals).
• Ability to be on your feet, walking for standing still for an 8-hour shift.
• Coordinate daily outbound shipments, ensuring proper carrier selection and routing methods (LTL, FTL, parcel, etc.).
• Review and approve shipping documentation, including bills of lading, packing lists, and shipping labels.
• Monitor and optimize shipping schedules, dock appointments, and carrier pickups.
• Work with transportation providers to resolve delays or issues in transit.
• Ensure compliance with all DOT, OSHA, and company safety standards.
• Conduct daily audits to verify accuracy of shipments, labeling, and routing processes.
• Communicate with customer service, sales, and inventory teams to resolve order or shipping discrepancies.
• Train and mentor warehouse staff in shipping procedures, safety, and quality practices.
• Have a positive, flexible attitude with a can-do attitude, ready to jump in to lend a hand at all costs.
• Ensure that all tasks are completed on a daily basis before dismissing the team or leaving.
• Support inventory control processes, including cycle counts and stock rotation.
• Report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time shipping rate, shipping errors, and carrier performance.
• Some maintenance ability to help with basic maintenance functions.
• Any other duties as assigned by the warehouse manager.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of warehouse or logistics experience, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of shipping methods, routing practices, and freight terminology.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and shipping software.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.