Warehouse Lead

LifeScience Logistics; Brownsburg (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeScience Logistics in Brownsburg, IN is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily operations, supervise warehouse personnel, ensure safety and productivity, and coordinate training on SOPs and forklift safety.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, excellent communication, and hands-on experience with WMS, RF scanners, and reach trucks; a high school diploma is required and background checks are performed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Demonstrates solid leadership ability.
• Demonstrates sound problem-solving skills.
• Displays dedication to a high standard of performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have reach truck experience.

Responsibilities

• Processing and requisitioning of supplies; delivering, and packaging materials for shipment.
• Supervise and coordinate Warehouse Personnel and activities to meet productivity goals, objectives, and maintenance functions.
• Coordinate new and current employee training including personal safety, forklift safety, procedures, and SOPs.
• Collaborate with internal/external customers to resolve discrepancies in shipping, receiving, and inventory; research errors and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare work schedules including assignments, rotations, breaks, overtime, and coverage for vacations/personal absences.
• Address employee complaints and grievances ensuring compliance with procedures and fair resolution.
• Assist Supervisor in developing plans for process improvement and in compiling productivity statistics.
• Complete daily sanitation schedule and process end-shift paperwork.
• Ensure warehouse is maintained in a sanitary manner according to company standards.
• Inform Supervisor of potential problems and changes; act as backup in absence of Supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Reach truck experience

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

• 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.

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