Warehouse Lead

Distinguished Vineyards & Wine Partners; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Warehouse Lead at Argyle Winery, responsible for overseeing warehouse operations. Key duties include managing shipments, ensuring inventory accuracy, maintaining safety compliance, and supporting customer service. This full-time position offers competitive health benefits and a supportive, inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Health care benefits

PTO

401k plan

Wine allowance

Qualifications

• 2+ years warehousing experience required.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Experience in inventory management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Manage incoming and outgoing wine shipments.
• Lead preparation of outbound club shipments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Logical reasoning

Analytical skills

Verbal skills

Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, NAV)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

NAV (Microsoft Dynamics NAV)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Lead to join the Argyle Winery hospitalityteam!Reporting to the Tasting Room Manager,this role is responsible for overseeing all warehouse operations at the Argyle Tasting House. This role plays a key part in ensuring inventory accuracy, efficient shipping and receiving, and safety compliance. The Warehouse Lead will manage incoming and outgoing wine shipments, organize and label inventory, maintain the cleanliness and functionality of the warehouse, and support the Customer Service and Membership teams in preparing club orders. This position is instrumental in upholding the integrity of our inventory and driving toward
95%+ inventory accuracy. This role is based in Dundee, OR and is a full-time, non-exemptposition,working Sunday - Thursdayand the incumbent qualifies for our outstanding health care benefits, PTO, 401k plan, wine allowance and more!

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years warehousing experience
• Excellent verbal and computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, NAV)
• Inventory management experience preferred
• Forklift certification or able to obtain forklift certification within the first 60 days of
  employment
• Computer record keeping and SKU documentation
• Basic quality control and assurance understanding
• Ability to maintain tracking and inventory of supplies, product & trucking daily
• Keen attention to detail – reinforcing quality over quantity while maintaining efficiency
• Proficient logical reasoning and analytical skills

Must be able to provide U.S. Work Authorization without current or future sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Warehouse Operations (70%)
• Receive all inbound wine shipments and verify counts against documentation
• Keep detailed records for all invoicing
• Coordinate ordering, receipt, and storage of packaging materials and Tasting House supplies
• Ensure proper recordkeeping of pallets and physical materials
• Lead the preparation and staging of outbound club shipments and special experience wines
• Follow all shipping and receiving procedures, ensuring inventory is accurately logged and
tracked
• Maintain the warehouse in accordance with 5S standards (Sort, Set in order, Shine,
Standardize, Sustain)
• Champion safety, ensure OSHA compliance, and eliminate clutter or hazards in the workspace
• Obtain and maintain forklift certification; operate machinery safely and responsibly

Inventory Management (30%)
• Assist with weekly and monthly inventory cycle counts, including double-blind count processes
• Ensure inventory is clearly organized and labeled according to its purpose:
- Counted vs. non-counted
- Sellable vs. non-sellable
- Tasting Room, Club Pick-Up, Special Experiences, etc.
• Prepare and maintain the warehouse to facilitate accurate cycle counts and audits
• Accurately document and input inventory data using Excel and NAV (Microsoft Dynamics NAV)
• Support Customer Service in processing returns and preparing shipment fulfillment
• Collaborate with the Membership team to manage inventory flow for club pickups and outbound shipments

Argyle Equity and Inclusion Statement -Argyle for All
At Argyle, we welcome differences, seek diverse perspectives and stand for fairness. While there will always be more work to be done as we honor and uphold the values of equity and inclusion, we strive to do the right thing, not just for today, but for the long-term. We understand that our words matter, but that our actions matter more. We are an equal-opportunity employer because we believe in equality for all. From our own employees to our guests, customers, community and industry partners, we are committed to treating everyone with the dignity, respect and kindness that they deserve. At Argyle, our doors are open to all.

By joining Argyle Winery, you will be joining a team of diverse individuals, all passionate about wines, our employees, and our business and what they do! We aim to provide a fun and inclusive culture where everyone can be the best they can be and have a great time doing it. When applying for this opportunity, please complete an application and provide a complete resume. Distinguished Vineyards and it’s wine partnerships (MacRostie Winery, Markham Vineyards, and Argyle Winery) are an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply. All applications are kept confidential. Please visit our website to learn moreabout our culture: Distinguished Vineyards