Warehouse Lead

Bunzl; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Bunzl Reno is seeking a Warehouse Lead to supervise branch warehouse staff, ensure accurate order fulfillment, and manage shipping activities. The role emphasizes safety, policy enforcement, and process improvements on the 1st shift from 6:00am to 2:30pm.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, warehousing experience, leadership ability, and strong PC skills including Excel and AS400. Bunzl offers a strong benefits package and room for growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Leadership experience preferred in warehousing.
• Proficient with AS400, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist team members in timely and accurate order assembly and shipment preparation.
• Provide a professional environment with relation to team members, other departments and customers.
• Direct daily activities to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Improve productivity by refining processes and staff performance.
• Communicate and enforce company policies (operational, safety, administrative).
• Assist Warehouse Manager in evaluating performance variances to identify root causes and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Ability to lift 60-75 lbs

Plan workload and staff assignments

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS400

Word

Excel

Job description

The 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.

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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