Warehouse Lead

Forward Air; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Warehouse Lead to oversee operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves managing staff, ensuring accurate shipment processing, and maintaining safety standards. You will play a crucial part in the efficiency of the warehouse by coordinating with office staff and supporting maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with essential software tools. Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees and offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance options

401(k)

Wellness program

Commuter benefit plan

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Proficient in using Excel, Word, and Transoft.

Responsibilities

• Assign staff to verify counts and dimensions of shipments.
• Ensure safety rules are followed and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Planning and prioritization

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Word

Transoft

Job description

Position: Warehouse Lead

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Assign staff to verify counts, carton dimensions and reweigh shipments accurately, record amounts on reweigh & dim sheets
• Process outbound shipments for drops at the TDG/Air carriers
• Record all OS&D issues on paperwork and to the OS&D department
• Receive inbound truckloads and ensure freight staged securely
• Work with the office staff to expedite the processing of shipments
• Certified operator of forklifts
• Oversee labeling customer goods with identifying information for shippers’ BOL/cartage agent paperwork
• Oversee loading freight into rail, ocean and OTR containers by hand or using material handling equipment per customer routing directions
• Ensure that dock checks are performed to confirm accuracy of on hand inventory and physical location
• Report all injuries, mishaps, damages, and problems to the Warehouse Supervisor/Manager
• Ensure that all safety rules are always followed
• Maintain a safe environment while you Open and or Close Facility
• Support the maintenance of both the facility and equipment
• Maintain the cleanliness of the warehouse and dock as well as the area surrounding the facility
• Support Facility Manager with escorting vendors for repairs and maintenance when needed
• Support OS&D personnel with dock checks and damaged shipments
• Follow all TSA rules and regulations
• Compliance to company policies with respect to the employee handbook, safety regulations and use of company supplied equipment/resources
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner applying common sense understanding
• Gather and analyze information skillfully
• Plan and prioritize work activities utilizing the resources and reports available to complete required tasks productively and in a timely manner
• Able to develop alternative solutions
• Able to write clearly and informatively and present numerical data effectively and accurately
• Able to read and interpret written information
• Maintain confidentiality
• Ability to perform basic math skills including additions, subtraction, division and multiplication of whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail
• Must be proficient with Excel, Word and Transoft

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary
• Paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time and holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options
• Commuter benefit plan
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• 401(k)
• Wellness program

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