Warehouse Team Lead

California Jobs; Lathrop (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home goods is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead to manage and oversee warehouse functions. Responsibilities include leading the receiving department, ensuring productivity and clean operations, and training new associates. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and have experience in a warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of work experience with excellent attendance.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Experience in multiple warehouse departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all functions of the warehouse and ensure smooth operations.
• Lead the receiving department and maintain a 100% fill rate.
• Manage inventory and conduct necessary training within the department.

Skills

Leadership

Motivational skills

Physical movement

Understanding of WMS system

Email communication

Tools

Power Industrial Truck Operations

High Jump

Job description

The Warehouse Team Lead will assist your supervisor with managing and overseeing all functions of the warehouse, ensuring smooth operations of all activities.

Lead the receiving department and ensure the functions are used correctly.

Delegate and assign work to maintain a 100% fill rate.

Help manage inventory and conduct necessary training within the department.

Ensure proper use and accountability of tools.

Ensure hours and functions are recorded accurately (e.g., time clocks).

Be responsible for answering email and verbal questions promptly.

Maintain product flow and oversee the cleanliness of the department, including daily trash compacting.

Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Working understanding of WMS system.
• Leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to make decisions independently based on policies or common sense.
• This is a floor position involving physical movement/processing of products and leading warehouse associates.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 75 pounds unassisted and maneuver products over 150 pounds, either alone or via team lift.
• Experience in multiple departments including receiving, inventory control, pick, pack, ship, and returns.
• Experience in composing and replying to emails.
• Power Equipment experience – ability to operate or willingness to be trained on Powered Industrial Truck Operations (PITO).
• Experience creating and updating systems such as trouble tickets.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience with excellent attendance.
• Understanding of High Jump is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand English for safety and effective communication.

Wayfair is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request, unless it causes undue hardship. Please inform us via our Accommodations for Applicants form if needed.

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Wayfair is a leading online destination for home goods, offering rewarding career opportunities worldwide. We value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, fostering an inclusive environment where every voice matters.

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About the company

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