About this role
WSI is looking for a dynamic 2nd Shift Warehouse Lead to supervise, coordinate, and execute daily warehouse activities, ensuring a safe and efficient operation that delivers high-quality, accurate, and timely service to our customers!
This is a full-time, hourly leadership position reporting directly to the Facility Manager. You will enjoy a steady, non-rotating weekday schedule working Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Flexibility is required, as occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be needed to meet fluctuating production demands.
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Keep the warehouse up to code and safe by reviewing safety codes, design layouts, and security procedures.
- Coordinate and monitor orders, inbound and outbound activities, and also address inventory discrepancies.
- Assist in hiring new employees as needed, to ensure warehouse team staffing levels.
- Plan and communicate shift objectives, monitor performance indicators, and address needs with the team.
- Collaborate with all leads to forecast labor needs to control costs and contribute as an LTO.
- Coach, develop, and ensure appropriate training of employees on shift to manage performance.
- Conduct performance and annual reviews on all employees reporting to you.
- Assist with customer physical inventories and tours, and offer continuous improvement with both.
- Must learn and understand all customers and be able to step in when needed to perform those tasks.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to respond to requests promptly and resolve issues quickly.
- Effective skills in problem solving, planning, staffing, and executing warehouse operations.
- Ability to lead a diverse workforce to effectively develop employees and communicate objectives.
- Available during non-standard hours, access to a cell phone, and able to respond to after-hour emergencies.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite and technology equipment, including WMS and (RF) Scanners.
- Efficient in operating LP and electric lift trucks with roll clamp, carton clamp, and forks.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum three years of previous leadership experience in warehouse operations.
PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work for extended periods of time through hot and cold temperatures.
- Must be able and willing to safely lift up to 60 pounds.
- Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the company.
- Ability to drive a lift truck for a good portion of the shift.
BENEFITS AND TOTAL REWARDS
- Competitive wages, including shift and lead premiums; weekly paychecks, and opportunities for advancement.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Flexible Spending Plans available.
- Company-paid Short/Long-term Disability, Life Insurance and Employee Assistance plans.
- Company-paid Time-Off (PTO), and Holiday Pay.
- Retirement 401(k) Plan with Discretionary Employer Match, and Profit Sharing.
- Referral Bonus, Wellness Programs, Clothing Allowance/Uniforms, Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement.