Warehouse Lead

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated; Whitestown (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Whitestown, IN. You will support the Warehouse Manager, lead daily activities, train staff, and ensure safe, efficient operations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include directing teams, implementing process improvements, coaching teammates, and assisting in candidate interviews to build a strong workforce aligned with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of work experience in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced setting and lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Leads and directs the daily activities of warehouse teammates to ensure safe, successful completion of daily tasks.
• Ensures processes are followed for damaged product check-in and other assigned areas.
• Trains, leads, and evaluates warehouse personnel for continuous improvement.
• Communicates improvements to management and staff regarding quality, OOS, and operations.
• Models strong safety practices and ensures policy compliance.
• Motivates the team to meet goals through coaching and development.
• Participates in interviewing candidates and supports performance management.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID: 271320

Locations: Whitestown

Pay Range: $24.62

Schedule: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm

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• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
• Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
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• Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship

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Job Overview

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for assisting the Warehouse Manager and, or Supervisor(s) in all areas of Warehouse Operations by providing leadership to the team, training and evaluating Warehouse Personnel and processes, and maintaining the ability to provide expertise and hands‑on assistance in any area of warehouse operations when required. The Warehouse Lead will provide feedback on performance, assist in interviewing potential candidates, provide direction of work to the assigned team, and provide guidance and support to any specific area of responsibility and, or team as designated by the Warehouse Manager. This position reports to the Warehouse Manager and, or Supervisor(s) and handles issues occurring within the warehouse regarding processes or personnel while promoting all policies, safety procedures, goals, expectations, and CCCI's purpose and values.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Leads and directs the daily activities of warehouse teammates to ensure the safe and successful completion of all related daily warehouse activities and operations
• Verifies and ensures all applicable warehouse processes are followed including, but not limited to, the processes for handling damaged product check-in, etc., while handling any specific areas of responsibility as assigned by the Warehouse Manager and, or Supervisor(s)
• Trains and leads Warehouse Personnel and evaluates processes striving for continuous improvements
• Communicates with Warehouse Management and Warehouse Personnel as it relates to identified process improvements, personnel improvements, quality, Out-of-Stocks (OOS), etc.
• Leads and models the safety culture and strive for 100% compliance concerning safety policies and procedures
• Supports, leads, and motivates a team to deliver results by communicating company goals, safety practices, and deadlines; engaging and developing teammates through effective on-the-job coaching and training; implementing continuous improvement methods while maintaining customer focus; embodying company purpose and values to inspire servant leadership
• Assists in interviewing potential candidates and influences and advises management on performance management matters. May perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of all Warehouse Processes and Warehouse Systems
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Strong communication skills - written and oral. Computer skills: Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet Explorer.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere while walking and repetitively lifting 30 lbs.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Ability to coordinate and organize efficient and dependable warehouse processes
• Ability to adapt to needs of role in different work areas throughout the workday and meet minimum expectations of those different work areas
• Ability to read and interpret instructions from a computer screen
• Attention to detail and ability to differentiate our packages
• Ability to work in a noisy and non-climate controlled (hot in summer, cold in winter) environment
• Intentional self-starter who takes initiative and proactively seeks out value‑add opportunities
• Flexibility (Schedules, Hours change with the demands of the business).

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification: Pallet Jack, Forklift, Double Forklift, Hy-Jaws, Ty-Guard, Triple Double, Switch Tractor, and Floor Scrubber

Work Environment

Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment (hot in summer/cold in winter)

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.