Warehouse Lead - 2nd Shift Full Time

scholastic; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Scholastic merchandise discount

401k

Summer off

Job summary

Scholastic is seeking a full-time Warehouse Lead with stand-up lift experience to support the West Chester, OH team on 2nd shift. The role focuses on supervising a small crew, coordinating daily tasks, and driving safety and efficiency in a fast-paced shipping environment.

Responsibilities include training new hires, leading production planning, and maintaining accurate labor data while promoting a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience with stand-up forklift (Hi-Lo, Cherry Picker, etc.) preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate basic product scanner proficiency with minimal errors.
• Strong team player with good verbal/written communication skills.
• Forklift experience is a plus; if certified, must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with new-hire orientation and train associates on all Product Coordinator - Level I, II, and III functions.
• Direct a small team of associates under supervision in one or more facility areas.
• Train, coach, mentor, and motivate the warehouse team.
• Serve as designated branch trainer for new processes and procedures.
• Plan and present daily start-up meetings at branch or department level.
• Lead labor data collection and ensure accuracy of Labor Data Cards.
• Coordinate daily Wave production planning and support continuous process improvement.
• Perform basic supervisory tasks in supervisor's absence.
• Monitor supplies and equipment and request reorders when needed.
• Operate motorized pallet jacks after training.
• Maintain courteous relations with co-workers and customers.

Skills

Stand-up forklift experience

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Product scanner proficiency

Communication skills

Forklift certified (18+)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description:

Position: Warehouse Lead / Lift Operator

Location: West Chester, OH

Schedule: 3 :30 pm to 12:00 am, Monday to Friday

Pay: $21.00 plus $1.50 Shift Premium pay per an hour for hours worked between 2:00 pm and 6:00 am!!

Each year Scholastic Book Fairs, in partnership with schools across the country, hosts more than 100,000 book-sale events that give more than 35 million students and their families access to thousands of affordable and educational products, helping foster a lifelong love of reading.

We are currently in search of full time -2nd shift Warehouse Lead with Stand-up lift Operating experience, to support our local branch team in West Chester, OH. These full time positions offer medical, dental and vision benefits, Paid Time Off (vacation, personal and sick), a generous 50% off discount on Scholastic merchandise, 401k and summers and off.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with new-hire orientation and train associates on all Product Coordinator - Level I, II, and III functions.
• Under the supervision of a warehouse supervisor or branch manager, direct a small team of associates in one or more functional areas of the facility, i.e., Case Production, Table Production, UPS, Fair Finishing, 2nd shift, etc.
• Assist the warehouse supervisor to train, coach, mentor, and motivate the warehouse team.
• Serve as designated branch trainer, for all new processes, procedures, etc.
• Assist the warehouse supervisor in planning and presenting branch or departmental daily start-up meetings
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for Labor Data Collection and assist the warehouse supervisor to ensure associate Labor Data Cards are completed timely and accurately.
• Assist the warehouse supervisor in planning and coordination daily Wave production planning.
• Lead Special Projects as needed.
• Support the branch team by driving continuous process improvement for all warehouse functions.
• Perform basic supervisory tasks (excluding formal performance management) in the temporary absence of the warehouse supervisor.
• Monitor warehouse supplies and equipment and notify the warehouse supervisor or branch manager when supplies are low or reorders are necessary.
• Ensure that all warehouse equipment and tools are properly utilized to increase productivity, efficiency, and safety; report any unsafe conditions, damaged equipment or injury (to self or co-worker) to your supervisor or manager immediately.
• Utilize proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects, climbing ladders and pushing/pulling display cases.
• Accurately and timely complete Labor Data Collection Cards to according to company standards.
• May operate motorized pallet jacks upon successful completion of the SBF power equipment training program.
• Maintain a courteous and positive relationship with all co-workers and customers.
• Drug and alcohol-free policy compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.
• Previous Stand-Up lift expericence (Hi-Lo, Cherry Picker, etc)
• Ability to demonstrate basic product scanner proficiency (i.e., ordering replenishment) effectively with minimal errors.
• Strong team player and the ability to get along with co-workers.
• Good verbal/written communication skills, basic math skills, and ability to read documents in English, such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and direct other employees.
• Forklift experience is a plus (If certified - must be at least 18 years of age).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 50 lbs. occasionally on a daily basis.
• Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 30 lbs. to a height of 70" occasionally on a daily basis.
• Must be able to push wheeled cases, which may weigh in excess of 300 lbs., with an initial force of up to 50 lbs. and a sustained force of up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to stand, reach above and below the shoulders, squat, bend and kneel as necessary to perform the job.
• Must be able to tolerate work in a non-air conditioned environment.
• Must be able to accurately follow specific instructions for multiple detailed assembly processes.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The