Warehouse Lead

Bunzlcareers; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

401K with company match

Benefits info on Bunzl Careers

Job summary

Bunzl North America is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Reno to guide branch warehouse personnel and oversee order selection and shipping processes. You will monitor workflows and environmental conditions to maintain safety and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on leadership, the ability to lift heavy objects, and experience with AS400, Word, and Excel. A strong emphasis on teamwork, accuracy, and process improvement is essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehousing experience required; leadership preferred.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (60–75 lbs) with or without accommodation.
• Must be able to work up to 26 feet high with safety equipment/training.
• Self starter with ability to multi task.
• Excellent judgment and decision making skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Proficient using the AS400.
• Able to understand written English without translation aid.
• OSHA certifications upon hire.
• Strong PC skills in Word and Excel.
• Able to plan workload and staff assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist team members in timely and accurate order assembly and shipment preparation.
• Maintain a professional environment with fellow team members and customers.
• Direct daily activities to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Improve productivity by refining processes and staff efficiency.
• Ensure policies are communicated, applied and enforced (operational, safety, admin).
• Support Warehouse Manager by evaluating performance variances and identifying root causes.

Skills

Lifting heavy objects

Height work

AS400 proficiency

Planning workload

Strong communication

Multitasking

PC skills (Word/Excel)

Self-starter

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Warehouse Lead is responsible for leading and controlling activities of branch warehouse personnel assigned. Ensures order selection and related shipping functions are performed in an effective manner. Monitors work processes and environmental conditions to ensure the safety of all employees.

1st Shift - 6:00am -2:30pm

Responsibilities:

• Assist team members in the timely and accurate assembly of customer orders, including preparation for shipment
• Provide a professional environment with relation to fellow team members, other department members and external customers.
• Direct the necessary daily activities to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Organize and focus on improved productivity levels in a manner that stresses effectiveness by improving processes as well as the efficiencies of department team members.
• Ensure company policies are communicated, applied and enforced (i.e. operational, safety, administrative, etc.)
• Maximize quality and productivity by understanding the expectations of the company and assisting the Warehouse Manager in evaluating performance variances in order to identify root cause and corrective action.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in warehousing required; previous leadership experience preferred
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (occasionally between 60-75 lbs) with or without reasonable accommodation for an entire shift)
• Must be able to work regularly at a height of up to 26 feet above the ground (with provided safety equipment/processes/training)
• Must be a self starter with the ability to multi task
• Possess excellent judgment and decision making skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient using the AS400
• Able to understand written English without using translation software
• Obtain all necessary certifications required by OSHA upon hire
• Possess strong PC skills in Word and Excel
• Capacity to effectively plan workload and staff assignments

Bunzl Reno Salary of $19.35 per hour is based on experience, education and geographic location.

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• 401K with generous company match
• Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.

Bunzl North America is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… Your Career - - Our Future!

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

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