Warehouse Lead

tadedicated; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

tadedicated in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Warehouse Lead to load/unload shipments, prep products for transport, and keep the dock area organized and safe. The role also ensures shop floor operations run smoothly in coordination with management.

You will train team members, track documentation, and operate forklifts and pneumatic tools while maintaining safety standards. Requires 2+ years warehouse experience and forklift experience; high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of warehouse or manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 6 months forklift experience.
• Strong computer usage skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure shop floor operations are running smoothly and safety standards are maintained in coordination and support of the management team.
• Coordinate and support the movement of materials and products throughout the warehouse to ensure productivity and efficiency.
• Assist team members with daily tasks and provide training at the direction of management.
• Track, complete, and file documentation in support of day-to-day operations.
• Manually and mechanically load, move, secure, and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, and transport vehicles.
• Inspect product loads for accuracy to ensure timely and complete delivery.
• Adhere to safety standards and regulations.
• Use pneumatic air/power tools (torque wrench, nail gun, impact gun) and operate heavy machinery (forklifts and overhead and cranes).
• Load containers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong computer usage

Strong verbal communication

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pneumatic tools

Heavy machinery operation

Torque wrench

Nail gun

Impact gun

Job description

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Lead will be responsible for loading and unloading shipments, preparing products for transport, and ensuring the dock area is organized and safe.

In addition to performing all Warehouse/Dock Associate tasks, the Warehouse Lead will ensure shop floor operations are running smoothly and safety standards are maintained in coordination and support of the management team.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure shop floor operations are running smoothly and safety standards are maintained in coordination and support of the management team.
• Coordinate and support the movement of materials and products throughout the warehouse to ensure productivity and efficiency.
• Assist team members with daily tasks and provide training at the direction of management.
• Track, complete, and file documentation in support of day-to-day operations.
• Manually and mechanically load, move, secure, and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, and transport vehicles.
• Inspect product loads for accuracy to ensure timely and complete delivery.
• Adhere to safety standards and regulations.
• Use pneumatic air/power tools (torque wrench, nail gun, impact gun) and operate heavy machinery (forklifts and overhead and cranes).
• Load containers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of warehouse or manufacturing environment experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 6 months previous fork truck/forklift experience required.
• Strong computer usage skills required.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Good critical thinking, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Capable of working inside or outside facility in high heat or cold conditions for entire shift.
• Capable of working safely and accurately in fast-paced environment.
• Capable of working in smoke-free facility without issue for entire shift.