Warehouse Lead

Bunzl Distribution NA; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Job summary

Bunzl Reno is seeking a Warehouse Lead to guide branch warehouse personnel, ensure accurate order selection and shipping, and monitor processes for safety and efficiency.

The role requires leadership experience in warehousing, the ability to lift heavy objects, and comfort working at heights with safety equipment. Bunzl emphasizes competitive salaries, benefits, and a strong team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Warehousing experience with leadership preferred.
• Ability to lift 60-75 lbs and work up to 26 ft heights with safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate warehouse team activities and order assembly for shipment.
• Maintain a professional environment with staff, other departments, and customers.
• Direct daily activities to ensure a safe working environment.
• Improve productivity and processes to increase department efficiency.
• Communicate and enforce company policies (operational, safety, administrative).
• Assist Warehouse Manager in evaluating performance variances and root causes.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Communication

Self-starter

Judgment & decision making

Safety awareness

PC skills (Word/Excel)

Able to lift 60-75 lbs

AS400

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Word

Microsoft 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.
Monday-Friday: 5:00am-1:30pm

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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities