Warehouse Lead — Train, Coach & Inventory Ops

Coca Cola Southwest Beverages; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages is seeking a Warehouse Lead for our Houston warehouse. The role supports warehouse operations as a working lead, including checker, forklift operator, and inventory duties. You will guide the team, ensure accuracy, and uphold safety standards.

Position requires forklift certification, 1–3 years of general warehousing experience, and strong communication skills. The shift runs 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, five days per week with starting hourly pay and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of general work experience required.
• 1+ year prior warehouse/stocking/forklift experience preferred.
• Forklift certification is required.
• Ability to operate a manual/powered pallet jack or lift product.
• Fast-paced warehouse experience is necessary.
• Experience in high-speed industrial environments is a plus.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Train, coach and provide day-to-day direction to team members.
• Act as backup for warehouse supervisor during vacations or absences.
• Move products and materials using power tools and vehicles; load/unload trailers.
• Operate industrial vehicles to move, restock and repack products with date code accuracy.
• Transport raw materials, full goods and finished products to designated work areas.
• Build orders per load tickets using power equipment or manual lifting.
• Verify inbound/outbound loads for quality and accuracy; record inventory data.
• Maintain records according to retention schedules.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory policies and GMP/AIB audits.

Skills

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Manual pallet jack

Powered pallet jack

Handheld inventory device

Job description

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages is seeking a Warehouse Lead for our Houston warehouse. The role supports warehouse operations as a working lead, including checker, forklift operator, and inventory duties. You will guide the team, ensure accuracy, and uphold safety standards.

Position requires forklift certification, 1–3 years of general warehousing experience, and strong communication skills. The shift runs 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, five days per week with starting hourly pay and bonus opportunities.