Warehouse Team Lead Overnight

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and performance bonus

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance and EAP

Job summary

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery seeks an Overnight Warehouse Team Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations in Clifton, NJ. You will supervise and support the team, ensure accurate receiving, order fulfillment, and shipping, and uphold FIFO/FEFO inventory control.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment with allergens handling and cross-functional coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience leading or supervising warehouse employees preferred.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (RF scanning, reach trucks, forklifts).
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support warehouse associates during daily operations.
• Receive, inspect, and put away inbound shipments.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders accurately (3PL included).
• Distribute products to/from manufacturing.
• Maintain FIFO/FEFO inventory rotation.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Bilingual Spanish

Attention to detail

MS Word

Excel

Education

High school diploma

Tools

RF scanning systems

Reach trucks

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Barcode labeling

Job description

Description

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Overnight Warehouse Team Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations while leading and supporting a team of warehouse associates. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys developing others, and is committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Job Type

Full-time

Requirements

• Lead and support warehouse associates during daily operations.


• Receive, inspect, and put away inbound shipments.


• Pick, pack, and ship customer and third-party logistics (3PL) orders accurately.


• Distribute products to and from manufacturing.


• Maintain proper FIFO/FEFO inventory rotation.


• Ensure warehouse areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.


• Resolve day-to-day employee concerns and promote effective communication between team members and management.


• Verify outgoing shipments and maintain accurate documentation.


• Assist with inventory counts and ensure inventory accuracy.


• Apply barcode labels, pallet tags, allergen labels, and other required warehouse identification.


• Inspect inventory for damage or quality issues and report findings to Inventory Control and Quality teams.


• Promote and enforce safe work practices throughout the warehouse.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Previous experience leading or supervising warehouse employees preferred.


• Experience operating reach trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.


• Strong knowledge of RF scanning systems.


• Experience with FIFO inventory management.


• Frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to work from pick lists and system-generated reports.


• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.


• Bilingual Spanish is a plus.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Work Environment

This position works in dry, refrigerated, and freezer environments and may be exposed to moving machinery, varying temperatures, moderate to high noise levels, and food allergens, including peanuts, milk, and tree nuts.

Our Commitment to You

At Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery, we believe our team's success starts with feeling valued and supported. That\'s why we offer:

• Competitive pay and performance bonuses


• 401(k) with company match


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Company-paid life insurance and EAP support


• Generous PTO and career growth opportunities

Join a team that values your contributions and well-being.

Salary Description

$23.75-$25.25