Warehouse Lead

Border States Industries, Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Border States Industries, Inc. in Green Bay, WI seeks a Warehouse Lead to drive daily warehouse operations, ensure safety, and oversee inventory control. You will lead a team, maintain equipment, and coordinate with internal customers on orders and deliveries.

The role emphasizes training, secure facilities, and efficient use of SAP for warehouse processes. A valid driver’s license and forklift experience are preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• 2-year business/trade degree or the equivalent in work experience.
• 3+ years of warehouse distribution/supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; forklift experience and PC/MS Office/SAP knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates the flow of work and informs team members accordingly.
• Responsible for training or cross-training associates in safe, efficient operations.
• Maintains building/grounds security and overall safety in line with Border States and government standards.
• Ensures safe operation and maintenance of all warehouse equipment and vehicles.
• Performs SAP functions to support efficient, accurate warehouse and deliveries.
• Leads inventory processes and communicates with internal customers about orders and deliveries.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning & organizing

Customer service

Education

2-year degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Forklift operation

Job description

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This position will report to: Samuel Scrima

Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active.

This position will be located in: Green Bay, WI

This position is posted: Both Internally and Externally

Flexibility Option: In Person

Pay Range:

*Individual compensation is determined based on several factors, including job-related skills and qualifications, education, relevant experience, work location, internal equity considerations, and the overall responsibilities of the position.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Lead leads the day-to-day operations of the warehouse in providing warehouse and delivery services. Responsible for the security and maintenance of the building and grounds and safe operations of all warehouse equipment and vehicles. Performs the duties of the Warehouse Associate and leads and coordinates activities associated with the inventory process.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Leads and coordinates the flow of work and coordinate team members accordingly.
• Responsible for the training or cross-training of associates in safe and efficient operations.
• Responsible for the security and maintenance of the building and grounds so the property is neat and safe within Border Statesand government standards.
• Responsible for the maintenance and safe operations of all warehouse equipment and vehicles in accordance with Border States, our vendors, and/or any government standards.
• Performs the appropriate SAP functions to ensure the warehouse and deliveries runs as efficiently and accurately as possible.
• Performs the duties of the Warehouse Associate .
• Leads and coordinates activities associated with our inventory process.
• Communicates with internal customers on orders, inventory, and deliveries, etc.

Non-essential Functions

• May assist with maintaining all our current driver’s records to satisfy our requirements and the requirements of all state and federal regulations.
• May perform the duties of the delivery drivers, as needed.
• Assists to make sure all drivers meet Commercial Driver Licensing (CDL) requirements if they drive trucks that are above 26,000 lbs.
• Assists with daily safety meetings, updates and concerns.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designate.

Qualifications

• 2-year business/trade degree or the equivalent in work experience.
• Prior supervisory experience with a minimum of 3 years of prior warehouse distribution and/or city desk experience preferred.
• Good knowledge of electrical products or systems preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license to operate company vehicles.
• Prior experience operating a forklift is preferred.Prefer strong working knowledge of PC for Windows, Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), internet, email, and SAP software.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, and reading skills.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize.
• Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and lead by example.

Physical Requirements

Lift and carry requirements (weight and frequency):
Occasionally 0 – 33% Frequently 34 – 66% Continuously: 67 – 100%

• Lift from Floor to Waist:
  • < than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 101 + lbs. - Occasionally
• < than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
• 10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
• 26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
• 51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
• 76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally
• Unilateral Carry:
  • < than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
  • 76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
  • 101+ lbs. - Not at all
• < than 10 lbs. - Occasionally
• 10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally
• 26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
• 51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally
• 76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all

Physical Activity

Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:

• Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) - Frequently
• Standing (for sustained periods of time) - Occasionally
• Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) - Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping (downward and forward) - Occasionally
• Crawling (moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet) - Not at all
• Climbing/Walking Stairs (ascending or descending) - Occasionally
• Reaching (extending arms in any direction) - Frequently
• Crouching/Squatting (bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine) - Occasionally
• Kneeling (bending legs at knee to come to rest on knee(s)) - Not at all
• Balancing (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling) - Frequently
• Repetitive Motion (substantial movement (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers