Warehouse Lead

Control Devices, LLC; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Control Devices, LLC in Fenton, MO is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Lead to organize daily operations, support a team, and ensure materials move safely and efficiently. You will coordinate receiving, storage, picking, packing, shipping, and cycle counting while coaching colleagues and partnering with multiple departments.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in warehousing, a High School diploma or GED, forklift certification, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of warehouse, receiving, inventory, or related experience.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and inventory control.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain) and experience operating warehouse equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Support daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing, shipping, and material movement.
• Coordinate daily workflow, assign priorities, and help eliminate bottlenecks.
• Lead by example while training, coaching, and supporting warehouse associates.
• Monitor productivity, inventory accuracy, and process compliance.
• Receive purchased and MRO materials, verifying quantities, condition, and documentation.
• Investigate shortages, damaged materials, and inventory discrepancies.
• Support cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and accurate system transactions.
• Maintain smooth material flow between receiving, production, storage, and shipping.
• Perform equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Partner with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Customer Service, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve issues quickly.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and warehouse processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership and coaching

Receiving & inventory control

Cycle counting

Warehouse best practices

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Excel

Macola ERP

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Macola ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title: Warehouse Lead

Department: Warehouse

Location: Fenton, MO

Reports To: Inventory Control Supervisor

Classification: Hourly – Non-Exempt

Shift: 6AM-2PM Monday-Friday

Position Summary

We're looking for a hands-on Warehouse Lead who enjoys keeping things organized, supporting a team, and making sure the day runs smoothly. This role is perfect for someone who likes to stay active, jump in where needed, solve problems, and lead by example. You'll help coordinate daily warehouse operations, support inventory accuracy, coach team members, and partner with multiple departments to keep materials moving safely and efficiently.

Essential Job Duties

• Support daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing, shipping, and material movement.
• Coordinate daily workflow, assign priorities, and help eliminate bottlenecks.
• Lead by example while training, coaching, and supporting warehouse associates.
• Monitor productivity, inventory accuracy, and process compliance.
• Receive purchased and MRO materials, verifying quantities, condition, and documentation.
• Investigate shortages, damaged materials, and inventory discrepancies.
• Support cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and accurate system transactions.
• Maintain smooth material flow between receiving, production, storage, and shipping.
• Perform equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Partner with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Customer Service, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve issues quickly.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and warehouse processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience

• 3–5 years of warehouse, receiving, inventory, or related experience.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and inventory control.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain) and experience operating warehouse equipment safely.

Required Skills

• Leadership and coaching experience with the ability to motivate a team.
• Knowledge of receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, and warehouse best practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to prioritize work and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using Macola ERP and Microsoft Office, including Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Warehouse Lead, Team Lead, or Senior Warehouse Associate.
• Manufacturing environment experience.
• Experience coordinating labor, workflow, and daily priorities.

About Control Devices, LLC

Control Devices, LLC ("Control Devices" or "CD") is a leading designer & manufacturer of high-quality flow control valves, condensate removal traps, related components & accessories serving the compressed air, pressure washer, vehicle systems, fire protection, specialty gas, & the industrial, agricultural & food service float valve markets. CD prides itself in the ability to design, innovate & manufacture flow control valves for custom applications & offers a line of standard products that has grown over the years. CD is based in Saint Louis, MO & its products are sold on a global basis to O.E.M.'s, Distributors & End Users.

CD offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time-off, steeled-toed shoes reimbursement, casual dress work environment, and a solid 401(k) retirement plan to promote financial security.

Control Devices, LLC provides is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.