Warehouse Associate II​/III- Lead Trainee

Warehouse Associate II / III
- Trainee Lead

Position Type:
Full-Time / Temp-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $24.00 / hour (Based on experience)

Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Equipment:
Reach Truck, Stand-up and sit-down forklift experience required

The Warehouse II/III
- Trainee Lead plays a key operational role by overseeing core shipping, receiving, and inventory control functions while serving as a hands-on floor lead in training. This role combines high-level execution of daily warehouse operations with emerging leadership responsibilities—including inventory accuracy, workflow coordination, team support, and compliance with safety and efficiency standards.

The ideal candidate possesses strong all-around warehouse expertise, can step in to complete any general warehouse task as needed, and is ready to transition into a full supervisory/lead capacity.

• Operational Oversight:
  Lead daily shipping and receiving workflows; manage truck loading/unloading, check-in validation, and cross-checking purchase orders against sales orders for prompt sales processing.
• Inventory Control:
  Lead physical inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliations to ensure high inventory accuracy and minimize variance.
• System Tracking:
  Accurately log, track, and manage incoming/outgoing stock within the WMS/inventory management system.
• Order Preparation:
  Oversee parcel preparation, staging, weighing, counting, and palletization to meet quality and delivery standards.

• Floor Leadership:
  Assist in directing daily warehouse flow, prioritizing work orders, and delegating picking/packing assignments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Process Optimization:
  Model best practices for material handling, organization, and stock placement across racks, bins, and storage areas according to product codes and specifications.
• Training Support:
  Mentor junior warehouse staff on safety protocols, proper tool usage, and standard operating procedures.
• Cross-Functional Communication:
  Serve as a reliable liaison between warehouse operations, sales, distribution drivers, and purchasing.

• Equipment Operation:
  Safely operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks for material movement.
• Order Fulfillment:
  Accurately read customer orders, requisitions, and work orders to gather, assemble, and transfer items to designated shipping or holding areas.
• Facility Maintenance & Safety:
  Maintain a clean, safe, and accessible warehouse environment for staff and customer traffic. Complete routine housekeeping (sweeping, organizing, trash disposal) and facilities maintenance as needed.
• Safety Compliance:
  Adhere strictly to all OSHA and company safety guidelines, including mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.
• Requisition Management:
  Process supply requisitions to maintain necessary packaging and warehouse supplies.

• Experience:
  
  3+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory management in a warehouse/distribution environment.
• Equipment:
  Proficiency with sit-down and stand-up forklifts required (certification preferred).
• Leadership Potential:
  Prior experience as a team lead, senior associate, or a strong desire to transition into warehouse leadership.
• Tech Literacy:
  Familiarity with WMS software, basic computer navigation, barcode scanners, and inventory programs.
• Physical & Safety Standards:
  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, and operate in a fast-paced physical environment.
• Core Competencies:
  
  Strong organization, attention to detail, clear communication, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.