Warehouse Lead: Inventory, Safety & Process Optimization

DwyerOmega; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

DwyerOmega in Grandview, MO is seeking a Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations within a manufacturing environment. You will coordinate inbound and outbound logistics, supervise staff, and ensure safe, efficient material flow to production lines.

This role emphasizes accuracy in inventory, adherence to 5S and OSHA standards, and collaboration with production, shipping, and quality teams to drive improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–5 years warehouse experience in manufacturing.
• 1+ year leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control and warehouse operations.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment; forklift certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills (ERP/WMS, Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of materials and finished goods.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials to production lines.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain high accuracy through cycle counts and audits.
• Train, mentor, and support warehouse team members to meet performance and safety expectations.
• Enforce company policies, safety procedures, and regulatory compliance (OSHA standards).
• Collaborate with production, shipping, and quality teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize space utilization.
• Operate and oversee the use of warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, scales, pallet jacks).
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse conditions (5S principles preferred).
• Assist in scheduling and assigning daily tasks to warehouse personnel.
• Help all employees understand policies and procedures and bring issues to supervisor if there are concerns or violations.
• Maintain an effective dialogue with all employees to foster good employee morale.
• Any other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Inventory control

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

DwyerOmega in Grandview, MO is seeking a Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations within a manufacturing environment. You will coordinate inbound and outbound logistics, supervise staff, and ensure safe, efficient material flow to production lines.

This role emphasizes accuracy in inventory, adherence to 5S and OSHA standards, and collaboration with production, shipping, and quality teams to drive improvements.