Warehouse Lead

Givens Talent; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Job summary

Givens Talent is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Chesapeake, VA to assist the Warehouse Supervisor with shipping, receiving, inventory accuracy, and forklift operation. The role involves leading staff to meet customer expectations and company goals, with emphasis on labor planning and process documentation.

The candidate should have leadership experience in warehousing, at least two years in warehousing, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with WMS and RF technology; SAP experience is a

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in a warehousing environment
• At least two years of warehousing experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Preferred WMS, and RF technology experience
• SAP is a plus

Responsibilities

• Plan staffing needs by communicating with supervisor to align headcount to labor needs for the day, ideally planning for the next shift
• Use WMS data to improve operational efficiency and troubleshoot problems
• Maintain documentation in line with shipping and receiving SOPs, including but not limited to vendor/driver logs, receiving documents, bills of lading, etc
• Provide feedback to supervisor regarding performance of subordinates
• Assist supervisor in training and development of new associates
• Responsible for opening or closing the facility daily
• Maintain high level of professionalism in all communication with associates, offices, and/or customers
• Maintain a clean and safe work area for all associates
• Perform the duties of supervisor on a limited basis
• Works to accomplish the Givens Mission every day through a dedication to the Givens Values of Integrity, Family, Drive

Job description

Givens Talent is a modern staffing agency that specializes in fit-based screening. Through precision staffing, we’ll communicate with our partners, leaders in the warehousing industry, to analyze your skill sets and find opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Whether you’re seeking clerical, administrative, or light industrial warehouse roles, we’ll help you find the right opportunity to advance your career.

We offer more than just jobs. We connect you with rewarding opportunities to grow and succeed in your career.

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Givens is Driven To Deliver - both for our customers and our employees. Since 1957 Givens has provided customers a single source solution for warehouse, distribution, transportation, packing and crating and air freight services. We are looking for a Warehouse Lead for our warehouse. As the Warehouse Lead you will assist the Warehouse Supervisor in shipping, receiving, keeping an accurate inventory, operating a forklift and other warehouse operational needs. You will help lead staff in the support of operations to satisfy customer expectations and meet company goals.

Position Objective

Assist supervisor in coordinating warehouse operations. Responsible for leading team towards goals in receiving, shipping and inventory accuracy.

Duties

• Plan staffing needs by communicating with supervisor to align headcount to labor needs for the day, ideally planning for the next shift
• Use WMS data to improve operational efficiency and troubleshoot problems
• Maintain documentation in line with shipping and receiving SOPs, including but not limited to vendor/driver logs, receiving documents, bills of lading, etc
• Provide feedback to supervisor regarding performance of subordinates
• Assist supervisor in training and development of new associates
• Responsible for opening or closing the facility daily
• Maintain high level of professionalism in all communication with associates, offices, and/or customers
• Maintain a clean and safe work area for all associates
• Perform the duties of supervisor on a limited basis
• Works to accomplish the Givens Mission every day through a dedication to the Givens Values of Integrity, Family, Drive

Experience

• Previous leadership experience in a warehousing environment
• At least two years of warehousing experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Preferred WMS, and RF technology experience
• SAP is a plus

Personal Attributes

• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Problem solving mentality
• Capacity to lead and motivate others
• Ability to work well on a team
• Meticulous, detail oriented, and hard working
• Able to lead team independently for extended periods
• Able to work flexibly, frequently shifting from supervision to direct activity
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to oversee, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Retirement Plan (401k with company match)