Warehouse Team Lead I: People, Process & Performance

Colonial Group; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Warehouse Associate II/Material Handler I – Supervisor support – in a non climate-controlled warehouse in Tennessee. You will assist with daily operations, inventory accuracy, forklift inspections, and staff coordination to meet customer needs.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED, RF handheld experience, and forklift/cherry picker certifications, with strong English communication skills for safety and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of warehouse operations experience preferred.
• RF handheld experience required.
• Certified to operate forklifts and cherry pickers.
• Strong proficiency in English communication including reading, writing, and verbal interactions are required for complying with safety protocols and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Supervisor with department output, quality, and capability.
• Prioritize work and assign associates to areas.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring and training employees.
• Support with disciplining employees.
• Use KPIs to drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.
• Address employee complaints and resolve problems.
• Collaborate with Customer Service on issues and projects.
• Manage time-off requests and timecard approvals.
• Back up the Supervisor by understanding all area functions.
• Coordinate with Human Resources for staffing.
• Perform weekly forklift inspections.
• Assist with inventory accuracy.
• Ensure equipment/tools are in proper working order.
• Run productivity reports.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Follow all safety rules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

RF handheld

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Cherry picker certification

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking a Warehouse Associate II/Material Handler I – Supervisor support – in a non climate-controlled warehouse in Tennessee. You will assist with daily operations, inventory accuracy, forklift inspections, and staff coordination to meet customer needs.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED, RF handheld experience, and forklift/cherry picker certifications, with strong English communication skills for safety and procedures.