Warehouse Lead

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for leading a team in receiving materials into the warehouse, picking of piece parts, and larger work orders in a manner that meets AHEAD's standards for safety, security, quality, and productivity.

• Lead a team of warehouse associates, motivating them to achieve and maintain a high level of productivity and accuracy.
• Help the Manager identify staffing needs and delegate tasks, assigning labor as receipt‑stocking‑pick workflow dictates.
• Help oversee warehouse receiving, material movement, and picking of warehouse purchase orders and work orders by actively contributing to those tasks while setting expectations and meeting KPI.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and procedures, maintaining a safe working environment for all employees.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as sales/account coordinators and production staff, to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain and manage accurate warehouse inventory and receipt/picking records including cycle count initiatives and complete stock inventory accuracy.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Train new warehouse associates and provide ongoing coaching and development to the team.
• Address departmental inquiries or requests and resolve any order fulfillment issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑maintained warehouse environment.
• Assist with planning and leading departmental and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist with troubleshooting and root‑cause identification for receiving and picking errors and corrective/preventative action initiatives.
• Contribute to creating, improving, and training on SOPs and Dozuki documentation.
• Lead and assist in 5S implementation, adherence, and audits.
• Perform duties assigned by Supervisor or Manager.
• Serve as backup for Warehouse Associate 1, 2, & 3 roles.
• Show strong attention to detail and the ability to follow step‑by‑step instructions.
• Adjust and follow instructions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Contribute to completing projects on time, using project management software to manage the projects.

• High school diploma and 2–3 years’ experience in a warehouse shipping environment, preferably in a supervisory or lead role.
• Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions, and use simple math.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in warehouse management principles and best practices.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills – Microsoft Office Experience required, MS Teams experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Operate an electric pallet jack (required) and Stand‑Up Reach Truck (preferred).

• Work in a professional warehouse and production environment.
• Require standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a repetitive basis.
• Ability to work on feet 8+ hours a day.
• No travel is expected for this position.

$25 – $29 an hour

The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On‑Target Earnings (OTE) for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid company holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Plus more! See benefits  for additional details.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.