Warehouse Lead - Walker, MI

Role Overview

A Lead Warehouse Representative is responsible for management of inventory, order processing, and safety including warehouse duties such as stocking and retrieving items, driving forklift, and general housekeeping.

• Provide support to drivers and warehouse personnel.
• Oversee the efficient operation of the yard, warehouse, and all vehicles.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, ensuring no product leaves or enters the warehouse without the necessary paperwork.
• Provide additional oversight to the maintenance of equipment.
• Determine storage location for products.
• Complete Hazardous Material shipping papers and train drivers and warehouse workers about transportation rules and regulations.
• Meet and complete all regulatory safety and training requirements.
• Ensure that all parts are in stock and maintain proper parts inventory.
• Organize and maintain safety training and records.
• Build influence across teams, advising on financial and operational matters while fostering clear communication to support organizational goals.

• 3+ years of experience and at least 18 years old
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Experience as a forklift driver (certification will be offered on the job)
• Expertise in operating material handling equipment including forklift, order picker, and pallet jack
• Proficient with computers utilizing Microsoft Windows, Windows applications
• High school diploma or equivalent

• You have excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to influence stakeholders
• You have strong leadership skills to effectively lead the warehouse team
• Handles complex and nuanced assignments that require advanced skills, independent judgment, and critical thinking to achieve successful outcomes.
• You have strong English oral and written communication skills

• The base compensation for this position ranges from $20.82 to $27.75 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.
• This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. (Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur‑Ellis employee benefits.)

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy‑in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur‑Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia‑Pacific.

Wilbur‑Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur‑Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people‑first work environment.