WAREHOUSE LEAD

United States Cold Storage, Inc.; Turlock, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Educational assistance

BCBS health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

United States Cold Storage, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Lead to guide the Cold Crew, supervise in the supervisor’s absence, and uphold safety and food-grade standards in a temperature-controlled environment.

You will coordinate with other departments, mentor staff, optimize dock operations, and use the WMS to assign doors and manage tasks, while maintaining quality and inventory accuracy. Candidates need at least 2 years of warehouse experience, leadership preferred, and flexibility to work all

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of warehouse experience; leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and food safety regulations.
• Proven ability to train and mentor staff and drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible leader within the team and promote our company culture.
• Act as liaison between warehouse staff and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain high standards of warehousing practices and inventory accuracy.
• Lead, train, and mentor Warehouse Associates to improve productivity.
• Support associates in meeting productivity goals while enforcing safety policies.
• Troubleshoot warehouse challenges and collaborate on effective solutions.
• Oversee truck dock operations and pallet flow; manage doors and tasks in the WMS.
• Serve as primary contact for escalating issues and ensuring timely resolutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

Job description

Turlock South
3500 W Canal Dr
South Building
Turlock, CA 95380, USA

Turlock South
3500 W Canal Dr
South Building
Turlock, CA 95380, USA

Who We Are: USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.

The Job Details: The Warehouse Lead performs all duties of a warehouse associate and assumes the responsibilities of the supervisor in their absence. This role requires effective leadership, communication, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

The Job Details

• S erve as a visible leader within the Cold Crew, fostering strong relationships with staff and promoting our company culture
• Act as a key liaison between warehouse staff and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Maintain high standards of warehousing practices, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and inventory accuracy.
• E nhance operational efficiency by leading, training, and mentoring Warehouse Associates, driving performance improvements.
• Support assigned associates in meeting productivity goals while addressing any violations of safety or company policies.
• Proactively troubleshoot warehouse challenges, collaborating with team members to find effective solutions.
• Manage the truck dock operations, coordinating trailer movements and overseeing the flow of pallets in and out of storage areas.
• Utilize our Warehouse Management System (WMS) to assign doors, direct tasks, and handle exceptions efficiently.
• Serve as a primary contact for escalating issues and facilitating timely resolutions.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities as needed to ensure team accountability and operational success.
• Perform Warehouse Associate duties as required by business demands.

The Job Specifics

• Location, Department and Work Hours:
• Reports To: To whom
• Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, non-Exempt JOB CODE
• Candidates must be open to all shifts.
• Salary range $26 - $28.

What We Are Looking For

Education

• Preferred:high school diploma, achieved a GED, or earned the equivalent

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience, with prior leadership experience preferred.

Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The requirements described below are representative of those required to perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.

Other Abilities

• Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.
• Work in a temperature range from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise levels.
• Lift overhead when required.
• May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or standing, walking, using stairs, and lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
• Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.
• Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.
• Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and or special events.
• Operate a registered motor vehicle as part of daily tasks.
• Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.
• Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.
• Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.
• Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.

The Standard Details

• Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications at all times.
• Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.
• Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process, and quality systems.
• Identify and report any issues related to product, processes, and/or quality.
• Propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.
• Ensure solutions are effectively implemented.
• Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
• Participate in safety and educational training programs.

What’s In It For You

We are a great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered:

• 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.
• Company Life Insurance.
• A variety of additional benefits and perks

Additional Information

• This job description may not encompass all tasks necessary to complete the role.
• Job functions may vary based on the area of operation. This description outlines the most common tasks required for the job
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Qualifications

Skills

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Education

Preferred

High School or better in Other.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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