Warehouse Operations Lead - Internal

Description

TR Toppers is hiring a full-time Warehouse Operations Lead in Pueblo, CO, with a strong work ethic and a willingness to work hard; dependable; positive; adaptable; honest; self-motivated; eager to learn and grow; and a confident, motivated individual who shows initiative and is ready to take on additional warehouse operations responsibilities. We encourage you to apply if this description fits you.

TR Toppers offers a competitive compensation package based on experience, including a discretionary year-end bonus, 401(k), and a company-funded pension plan. Benefits include optional medical, vision, and dental coverage; employer-paid life insurance; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); generous paid time off; holidays; and a great work environment.

TR Toppers is a national food processing company based in Pueblo, CO. We specialize in processing name-brand candies and other inclusions used in food products such as ice cream and cakes, and ship them throughout the United States. We are a progressive, family-owned business that is rapidly growing.

The Warehouse Operations Lead assists the Warehouse Supervisor by coordinating daily activities, guiding warehouse employees, supporting productivity and accuracy, and resolving day-to-day operational challenges.

This is a working lead position. The selected employee will continue performing assigned warehouse duties while providing additional coordination and operational support.

• Perform assigned warehouse duties while coordinating daily activities within the scope established by the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Monitor workflow, identify operational challenges, and help resolve issues affecting productivity, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Assist with inventory storage, space utilization, and product organization.
• Support replenishment activities and ensure employees follow FEFO (First-Expired, First-Out) procedures.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and adjust priorities to meet operational needs.
• Reassign qualified, cross-trained employees within authorized limits to maintain workflow during staffing shortages or call-offs.
• Follow and reinforce established workplace safety, food safety, food defense, and equipment operating procedures.

• Provide daily guidance and operational support to Bendi operators, replenishment personnel, order builders, wrapper operators, and other assigned warehouse employees.
• Monitor productivity, order accuracy, and compliance with scanning procedures.
• Communicate established work expectations and follow up to ensure assignments are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist with employee training and reinforce proper work procedures.
• Lead by example through safe work practices, professionalism, dependability, and respectful communication.
• Promptly report employee concerns, safety issues, and operational problems to the Warehouse Supervisor.

• Keep the Warehouse Supervisor informed of daily activities, staffing adjustments, work progress, and unresolved concerns.
• Coordinate with the Dock Lead to support warehouse workflow and department priorities.
• Identify and recommend improvements to efficiency, inventory organization, and daily operations.
• Communicate changes in assignments and priorities clearly to affected employees.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory procedures, replenishment, scanning, and FEFO practices.
• Effective communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate employee assignments, prioritize work, and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Ability to provide clear instructions, assist with training, and follow up on assigned work.
• Knowledge of and commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and food defense practices.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality consistent with company policy and applicable leave protections.
• Ability to work cooperatively with employees and management and communicate concerns professionally.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, accept additional responsibility, and lead by example.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The Warehouse Operations Lead reports directly to the Warehouse Supervisor and…