Warehouse Lead

California Closets; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO and holidays

401K with company match

Day shift hours

Career growth opportunities

Discounts

Job summary

California Closets is seeking a Warehouse Lead to coach and inspire a small team, support shipping/receiving, inventory control, and general warehouse functions. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, valid driver license, and prior leadership experience.

The position is typically Monday–Friday 7:30am–4:00pm with a pay rate of $28–$32 per hour, DOE. This company-owned location offers health insurance, PTO, 401K, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3–4 years of team leadership experience in a warehouse environment.
• Experience in supporting supply chain demands.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach warehouse associates to meet daily tasks and targets.
• Maintain safety and PPE best practices; train PIT operators and recertify as needed.
• Oversee shipping/receiving, inventory control, and material handling tasks.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service.We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design custom storage solutions that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘practical magic.’

Job Description

The Warehouse Lead supports anddelivers on the California Closets Brand Experience and is a key element in creating a healthy and cohesive work environment.The Warehouse Lead is responsible for acting as a coach/leader of warehouse associates and lead by example to inspire team mates to fulfill their individual daily tasks in addition to their own. The lead may have various responsibilities based on the specific department, this can include, but is not limited to shipping/receiving, packaging, inventory control, general warehouse functions or material handling operators (i.e. forklift operators). The lead will provide backup to the supervisor as needed.

***The pay for this opportunity is $28-$32/hr DOE***

***Must have a valid driver license and the ability to lift 50lbs***

***The typical work schedule will be Monday-Friday 7:30a to 4p***

***Experience in leading a small team is preferred***

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement
• Responsible for tracking and analysis on all ongoing project in coordination with Warehouse Manager, delegate tasks/share results with team
• Receiving and staging all materials for customer jobs at company-owned locations.
• Ensure appropriate procedures and standards are established and followed
• Examine materials to verify specifications required and stock materials in designated areas of the warehouse
• Train new warehouse associates and forklift drivers and conduct Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) and annual recertification training
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as clamp/slip sheet equipment; load, unload, and store materials/products in designated areas
• Ensure product material handling procedures are followed, model and train PPE Best Practices for team
• Serve as backup to other warehouse roles, as needed

What We Offer:

California Closets has both company-owned and franchise locations. This location is company-owned, therefore earns the following benefits:

• Health insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision
• PTO, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Day shift hours
• Grow your career with us – many promotional opportunities available
• Generous company discounts

Franchises are independently owned and operated and may offer different benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 3-4 years of team leadership experience, preferably in a warehouse environment
• Experience in supporting supply chain demands

We are an equal opportunity employer. We E-Verify.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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