Warehouse Lead

Mazzella; East Chicago (IN); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Resumo da oferta

Mazzella, a leading distribution company, seeks a Warehouse Lead to manage 60,000 sq ft operations, coordinate shipping and receiving, and supervise a team of employees. You will drive inventory accuracy, safety compliance, and process improvements in a fast-paced distribution environment.

The role emphasizes training, cross-department coordination, and adherence to company QA standards to ensure on-time deliveries and efficient fulfillment.

Qualificações

• Experience in a warehouse/logistics environment
• Material handling experience preferred
• Experience with shipping functions (Amazon, Grainger, Fastenal) is a plus
• Identify bottlenecks and implement effective solutions
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive improvements
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Excellent math skills and PC literacy
• Detail oriented and able to multi-task
• Criminal background check, drug screen and E-verify requirements

Responsabilidades

• Receive and ship products per policy; schedule and assign work
• Oversee warehouse operations and training of employees
• Coordinate shipping/receiving and maintain inventory accuracy
• Plan and optimize workflows to improve fulfillment efficiency
• Ensure safety policies and QA standards are followed
• Monitor performance and implement cost-saving measures
• Communicate with departments to meet production and ship dates
• Conduct cycle counts and maintain ERP data integrity
• Train staff and support equipment maintenance scheduling
• Support hiring and personnel-related recommendations

Conhecimentos

Warehouse operations

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Inventory control

Problem solving

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Physical stamina

Analytical thinking

Planning

Formação académica

High School diploma or GED

Ferramentas

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Brief Description

The Warehouse Lead will perform all duties necessary to receive and ship products according to company policy and procedures, as well as customer deliveries, as needed. Schedule and assign work, oversee warehouse and training of all employees. Responsible for coordinating shipping and receiving to include warehouse inventory and maintain accuracy in systems. This position requires broad experience handling all aspects of the distribution functions.

Requirements

• Manage and direct the daily activities of shipping & receiving personnel within a 60,000 square feet multi-functional distribution center
• Measure and address the effectiveness of employee performance and warehousing activities
• Responsible for TL, LTL, and small parcel shipping, with strong emphasis on transportation cost savings and on-time delivery
• Ensure and maintain employees’ safety and environmental concerns
• Oversee and perform cycle counting; ensure the accuracy of the inventory for the organization
• Improve warehouse work processes through planning to create a more efficient fulfillment system
• Plan, coordinate, and schedule activities with various departments to meet production schedules and ship dates
• Utilize daily opportunities to train and instruct along with more formal training as required
• Focus on workflow while balancing many factors including production time, labor requirement, course of action, product quality optimization, removing obstacles, using technology, ERP system, all other tools and resources
• Communicate with necessary personnel to satisfy customer requirements, report defective or substandard material supplies or products
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition; follow all Safety Guidelines
• Monitor and enforce adherence to company principles, policies, procedures, and work instructions in accordance with Company Quality Assurance Standards
• Assure all material handling equipment is utilized in accordance with company policy and procedure
• Provide recommendations to supervisor for personnel related issues, i.e. hiring, disciplinary actions, employee relations
• Other duties as assigned

Education

A high school diploma or GED preferred, trade school or military experience a plus

Experience & Skills

• Experience in a warehouse/logistics environment required
• Material handling experience preferred
• Familiarity with Amazon, Grainger, and Fastenal shipping functions a plus
• Experience in conflict resolution, direct labor utilization, budgeting, maintaining equipment, maintenance schedules of mission critical equipment
• Ability to identify bottlenecks and determine effective solutions
• Ability to identify cost savings strategies and implement promptly and effectively
• Must be able to lift or pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Requires solid written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and planning skills are required
• Excellent math skills and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and disciplined with the ability to multi-task
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify

Summary

At Mazzella, we're more than just a company – we're a family. With over 1,000 employees and 40 locations, we lead the industry with humility and dedication to our people. When you join us, you become part of a team-oriented environment where your well-being and growth are our top priorities.

Why Join Mazzella?

• Team-Oriented Environment: Experience the power of collaboration and support from colleagues who genuinely care about your success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a real balance between your professional and personal life, ensuring fulfillment both at work and at home.
• Growth and Development: Embark on a lifelong learning journey with tailored development opportunities and a clear career path.
• Humble, Hungry, Smart Culture: Embrace our core values of humility, hunger for excellence, and smart decision-making, creating a culture of respect and innovation.
• Market-Competitive Salaries: Receive compensation that recognizes your contributions and reflects our commitment to fair and competitive pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access a wide range of benefits, including paid time off, affordable health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Free Virtual Doctor Visits: Take advantage of our Teledoc service for virtual doctor visits with $0 copay, prioritizing your health and convenience.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program, supporting your continued education and personal growth.

At Mazzella, Our Core Values Drive Everything We Do

• Be Safe – personal commitment to all stakeholder’s well-being; purposeful control of risk
• Be a Lifelong Learner – routinely acquire new skills and capabilities that bring value
• Be Humble – lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Emphasize the Team over self
• Be Hungry – always looking for more, self-motivated, and diligent. Do more than to just get by, committed
• Be Smart – common sense about people, good judgement, and intuition around their impact on group dynamics

Join us at Mazzella and experience the difference of working with a company that puts people first. Together, we'll achieve greatness and shape the future of our industry.

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