Warehouse Lead

Journeyman Distillery; Three Oaks (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the distillery industry is seeking a Warehouse Lead to oversee operations, manage inventory, and ensure quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and experience in warehouse management. Join a team that values teamwork and excellence, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off and employee discounts.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Employer Match

Medical Insurance

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance options

Free Quarterly Bottle of Spirit

Employee Referral Incentive

Loyalty Incentives

Summer Holiday Bonus Pay

25% Employee Discount

Annual Employee Holiday Party

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years experience in Warehouse background preferred.
• Individual must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• CDL or experience driving commercial vehicles or box truck a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations and manage inventory.
• Conduct periodic warehouse inventory and accurate recordkeeping.
• Ensure Barreling QC standards and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

High School diploma

Higher education

Tools

Dx5 inventory software

Forklift

Job description

We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations. In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing inventory and barreling execution to meet forecasts, maintaining high standards for cleanliness and quality control, and proactively identifying and addressing risks to ensure a safe and efficient environment for both team members and visitors. If you're a proactive leader who values teamwork, precision, and being part of something lasting, this is your opportunity to make an impact at a company rooted in authenticity and excellence!

Basic Function: Oversee and ensure transport, filling, and organization of barrels.

All team members must uphold and embody Journeyman’s Core Values which represent the culture, attitude, and immediate priorities ensuring our cohesion and success.

CORE VALUES

GRIT

Having a positive attitude that no challenge is too great

Understanding that goals worth pursuing are never easy; that perseverance, grit, and determination are essential to success

There is no substitute for grit and putting in the time and effort. Good things will come from those efforts

10,000-hour rule. Malcolm Gladwell: it takes 10,000 hours of intensive practice to be great

ALWAYS A JOURNEYMAN

Excellence is a lifelong pursuit and mastery is an illusion

The joy is in the daily work and pursuit of excellence, not in the final destination

A focus on continual improvement and doing our best

1st CUSTOMER

Treating every customer with the mindset that they are the business’s 1st ever customer

Treating customers with authenticity, kindness, warmth, care, friendliness; engaging, helpful and willing to offer a magical experience

Clean facilities

Being available to the customer and timely responses in any capacity

This mindset extends to our vendors, suppliers, partners, and especially our fellow employees

Never take the customer or employee for granted

362 and 59:59+ We are open to our customers 362 days a year and we set an unwavering standard of serving our customers up till the last closing second 59:59+ and beyond if needed.

AMBASSADOR

Taking pride and ownership in your work

Engagement and active participation in your work and company activities

Being a positive force in the workplace; creating a culture of positivity

Extending common courtesy to self, employees, vendors, and guests

Being an evangelist and promoter of the company and brand

A LITTLE ABOUT OUR CULTURE:

Journeyman is an in-person work environment. We believe in face-to-face interaction, collaboration, and problem-solving.

Journeyman is a non-smoking workplace. We believe in productivity and in your good health.

Journeyman's purpose is to serve our guests. We are open 362 days per year, including the 3 major summer holidays.

Journeyman believes in a strong work ethic! We work hard, push forward, and are focused on growing something special!

At Journeyman Distillery, we believe hard work and dedication deserve to be rewarded. To that end, we provide a comprehensive benefits and incentives package.Here’s a peek at what you will receive as a Journeyman employee:

Paid Time Off – begins accruing on Day 1

401(k) with Employer Match

Medical Insurance – 30+ hours/week

Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Insurance options – 20+ hours/week

Free Quarterly Bottle of Spirit (21+)

Employee Referral Incentive

Loyalty Incentives (ask about our 5-Year Bottle Reward!)

Summer Holiday Bonus Pay

25% Employee Discount

Monthly Employee Tour with Owner/Founder, Bill Welter

Annual Employee Putting Competition

1 Annual Employee Holiday Party

CORE FOCUS:

Our Purpose: to create a shared legacy.

Our Niche: creating great memories for life experiences.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

Conduct periodic warehouse inventory

Management of logistics

Accurate recordkeeping and reporting.

Serialize barrels for inventory tracking purposes within Dx5 inventory software

Weigh aging barrels and record data results.

Inform leadership of any disciplinary issues which arise.

Ensure Barreling QC standards are achieved.

Ensure Barreling accuracy is achieved

Maintain QC checklist and standards.

Maintain warehouse cleanliness standards

Develop and oversee procedures for monitoring quality of incoming barrels.

Perform routine leak searches and repair leaking barrels

Adhere to all company policies regarding health and safety, environmental, and quality standards

Immediately report all safety, environmental, and quality issues to upper management.

Unload barrel trucks safely and effectively, using required equipment.

Maintain and upkeep all equipment, IT, and phones.

Interface and coordinate with onsite contractors.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Higher education a plus.

2-3+ years experience in Warehouse background preferred.

Individual must be able to read, write and communicate in English with comprehension.

Individual must have a sound understanding of math concepts.

Physical requirements.

Individual must have the ability to physically perform job functions in all environments inside and outside. Environments may be extremely dusty and loud.

Perform job functions which may include lifting, bending and crouching while moving 500 lbs barrels for continuous periods of time.

Individual must be able to lift 60 lbs on a continual basis from the floor to shoulder height.

CDL or experience driving commercial vehicles or box truck a plus.

Forklift operation experience (1-2 years minimum).

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