Warehouse Lead

13 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $25.00 To $28.00 Annually

Department:

Warehouse

Job Title:

Warehouse Lead Location:Irwindale

Reports to:WH Supervisor

Hours:
Non-exempt

Job Type:Full time On-site

The Warehouse Lead is a hands-on, working lead role responsible for coordinating daily warehouse activities and supporting the Warehouse Supervisor in executing warehouse and/or receiving operations. This role serves as a point of contact on the floor, helping ensure orders are prepared, documented, and shipped accurately and on time while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

This is an operational role that includes performing hands-on warehouse duties, including operating a forklift/stand-up reach as needed to support warehouse and/orreceivingmaterial movement.

The Warehouse Lead does not have direct supervisory authority and does not make decisions related to hiring, discipline, corrective action, scheduling, or performance evaluations. All employee-related issues are reported to and handled by the Warehouse Supervisor.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with potential weekend work based on business needs.

• Coordinate dailywarehouseactivities, including organizing orders, preparing shipments, and ensuring finished goods are packed and shipped accurately and on time.
• Prepare, verify, and organizewarehousedocumentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Operate a forklift / stand-up reachand other material-handling equipment as needed to load, unload, stage, and move finished goods and materials.
• Ensure shipments align with customer orders, carrier requirements, and internal procedures.

• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for warehouse associates regarding workflow, priorities,and standard operating procedures.
• Provide direction and support to team members during daily operations to help maintain efficient workflow.
• Escalate employee concerns, attendance issues, performance concerns, or safety violations tothe Warehouse Supervisor for review and action.
• Support onboarding and training of new warehouse associates by demonstrating proper processes, equipment use,and safety expectations.

• Work closely with warehouse and inventory teams to ensure materials are accurately received,logged into Deacom, and stored appropriately.
• Communicate warehouse-related issues (delays, damages, discrepancies) to the Warehouse Supervisor and Customer Service team for resolution.
• Partner with Customer Service and Sales to relay shipment status and operational updates as needed.

• Follow all safety policies and encourage safe work practices, including proper material handling and equipment use.
• Safely operate forklifts and material-handling equipment in accordance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
• Identify potential safety concerns and report them to the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Support safety initiatives by reinforcing training and participating in safety discussions or auditsas requested.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Provide suggestions and feedback to the Warehouse Supervisor for process improvements related to packing, warehouse methods, and turnaround time.

• 3+ years of experience inwarehouseand logistics.
• Prior experience operating a forklift; valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification required.
• Experience with warehousesoftware and ERP systems (Deacom preferred).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate work and support team members without direct supervisory authority.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks as required.

• This is a non-exempt working lead role.
• No authority over hiring, discipline, evaluations, or corrective action.
• All employee-related matters are reported to the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Focus is on coordination, support, and execution, not supervision.

LIFTING

CARRYING

Never

Occasionally Up to 3 hrs.

Frequently3-6 hrs.

Constantly6-8+ hrs.

Height From/to

Never

Occasionally Up to 3 hrs.

Frequently3-6 hrs.

Constantly6-8+ hrs.

Distance

0-10 lbs.

X

W/S

X

1 – 10 ft

11-25 lbs.

X

G/W

X

1 - 10 ft

26-50 lbs.

X

X

51-75 lbs.

X

X

76-100lbs.

X

X

100+ lbs.

X

X