Warehouse Lead

STG Logistics; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

STG Logistics in Pasadena, TX seeks a Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations, guide associates, and ensure safe, accurate handling of products. You will be the first point of contact for staff and help coordinate workflows with the Warehouse Supervisor.

The role requires 2–3 years in warehouse or logistics, leadership experience preferred, forklift certification or willingness to obtain it, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of warehouse, logistics, or distribution experience.
• Leadership or lead experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or willingness to be trained.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical warehouse tasks.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team to meet productivity, accuracy, and safety standards.
• Assign tasks and monitor progress of inbound, outbound, and inventory activities.
• Train and mentor team members on standard operating procedures, equipment use, and safety practices.
• Perform hands-on warehouse tasks, including picking, packing, loading/unloading, and inventory control.
• Assist with scheduling and shift planning as needed.
• Monitor equipment use and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Communicate daily goals, priorities, and updates to team members.
• Support cycle counts, audits, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers to identify process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

WMS proficiency

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift

Job description

STG Logistics ("STG") is a premier provider of managed and extended port-to-door outsourcing services. STG delivers holistic solutions to our customer's supply chain by integrating our best people, premium technology, a nationwide drayage network, intermodal operations, CFS facilities, and warehouse fulfillment locations to provide exceptional logistics services.

Who We Are:

Our People Are The Difference. At STG, we're people-first and invested in our team members, ensuring they are the most highly trained, tech-savvy, and customer-centric individuals.

Summary:

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations and providing direction to associates to ensure efficient, safe, and accurate handling of products. This role serves as the first point of contact for warehouse staff, helping to coordinate workflows, resolve issues, and support the Warehouse Supervisor/Manager in achieving operational goals.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and support a team of warehouse associates to meet productivity, accuracy, and safety standards
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of inbound, outbound, and inventory activities
• Train and mentor team members on standard operating procedures, equipment use, and safety practices
• Perform hands-on warehouse tasks, including picking, packing, loading/unloading, and inventory control
• Assist with scheduling and shift planning as needed
• Monitor equipment use and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Communicate daily goals, priorities, and updates to team members
• Support cycle counts, audits, and inventory accuracy initiatives
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers to identify process improvements
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• All other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:

• 2–3 years of warehouse, logistics, or distribution experience required
• Previous leadership or lead experience strongly preferred
• Forklift certification or willingness to be trained and certified
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to motivate and guide a team in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and basic computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical warehouse tasks

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounter while performing this job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

STG Logistics is an equal-opportunity employer. STG considers all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status. We invite you to join our diverse & growing team.

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