Warehouse Lead: Safety‑First Coach & MHE Expert

Safelite; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Medical coverage plans

PTO and holidays

Volunteer days

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per

Paid training

Job summary

Safelite is seeking a Warehouse Lead to guide daily operations at our Minneapolis facility. You will coordinate workflow, mentor teammates, and ensure safe, efficient handling of materials using MHE such as forklifts and order pickers.

You’ll receive comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage, PTO, holidays, and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year. A strong safety mindset and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid state-issued driver's license and any required licenses to operate a company vehicle; must pass a Motor Vehicle Records check (MVR).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE) including order pickers, forklift, and reach trucks.
• Weight limit for order picker operation: must weigh under 300 pounds; ability to lift 35–50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the workflow of daily operational activities, communicates daily work plan and assignments.
• Proactively identifies risks and hazards and develops action plans to ensure safe working conditions.
• Responsible for comprehensive accident and incident reporting.
• Support classroom MHE training followed by functional shoulder-to-shoulder training on processes, safety protocol, and MHE operational skills.
• Coaches associates on operational best practices, proper equipment use, glass-handling methods, and safety procedures.
• May perform inbound or outbound activities when not actively training including operating MHE including forklifts, order pickers or reach trucks.
• Adhere to all safety and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Maintain a secure and clean work area by performing housekeeping duties.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People skills

MHE operation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Safelite is seeking a Warehouse Lead to guide daily operations at our Minneapolis facility. You will coordinate workflow, mentor teammates, and ensure safe, efficient handling of materials using MHE such as forklifts and order pickers.

You’ll receive comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage, PTO, holidays, and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year. A strong safety mindset and leadership are essential.