Warehouse Lead

Safelite Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical coverage plans

Paid time off (PTO) and company paidH

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250

Paid training

Weekly pay Friday

Job summary

Safelite Group is seeking a Warehouse Lead to direct daily fulfillment operations at the site and support leadership with workflow and safety. The role requires coordinating tasks, coaching staff on proper equipment use, and maintaining safe work practices. You’ll operate MHE during training and throughput duties, with a focus on reliable attendance and safety.

Qualifications

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience operating MHE, including forklifts, order pickers, and reach trucks.
• Ability to maintain safety protocols and PPE.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Must be 18 years of age or older; valid driver’s license as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operational workflow and assign tasks.
• Identify risks and implement action plans for safety.
• Report accidents and incidents comprehensively.
• Train on MHE processes and safety protocols.
• Coach associates on best practices, equipment use, and safety.
• Operate MHE when not training, including forklifts and reach trucks.
• Adhere to PPE requirements and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People skills

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Tools

MHE operation

Forklift

Order pickers

Reach trucks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Does this position interest you? We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.

The Warehouse Lead plays a key role in assisting the site leadership team by directing the daily functional and operational workflow at the site. This role has extensive knowledge of all fulfillment environment tasks.

What You'll Get

• Pay starting at $24.20/hour.
• Weekly payday on every Friday!
• Total job benefits valued at more than $10k*.
• Includes a 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs.
• A commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, company holidays and paid volunteer days.
• Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year.
• Paid training and access to all the tools and resources you need to be successful.
• Explore our health, wealth, and life offerings at www.safelitebenefits.com.

What You'll Do

• Coordinates the workflow of daily operational activities, communicates daily work plan and assignments.
• Proactively identifies risks and hazards and develops action plans to ensure safe working conditions.
• Responsible for comprehensive accident and incident reporting.
• Support classroom MHE training followed by functional shoulder-to-shoulder training on processes, safety protocol, and MHE operational skills.
• Coaches associates on operational best practices, proper equipment use, glass-handling methods, and safety procedures.
• May perform inbound or outbound activities when not actively training including operating material handling equipment (MHE) including forklifts, order pickers or reach trucks.
• Adhere to all safety and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Maintain a secure and clean work area by performing housekeeping duties.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid state-issued driver's license required and any other license(s) (as required by federal, state, and local laws) to operate a company vehicle; must pass a Motor Vehicle Records check (MVR).
• Excellent people, leadership, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite is a plus.
• Experience operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE) including order pickers, forklift, and reach trucks.
• To safely operate the order picker and comply with equipment manufacturer specifications and required safety regulations, there is a weight limit set at 300 pounds. If you are hired to operate this equipment, you will need to weigh under 300lbs.
• Strength to perform physical tasks involving repetitive moving or raising of objects weighing up to 35 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable with working in various environmental conditions, such as seasonal heat or cold, and staying in a stationary position for long shifts.
• Punctuality and consistent attendance to help your teammates.
• Positive attitude with a focus on exceptional service.