Lead Warehouse Associate

Lead Warehouse Associate

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability. Pay $23.10 per hour.

Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family‑owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day.

At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us!

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient, accurate, and cost-effective distribution to all 7‑Eleven stores. This role assists the Warehouse Supervisor with training, task assignment, scheduling, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

• Warehouse Operations:
  Assist in daily activities including vendor receiving, product dating, pricing, inventory management, staging, and computer system updates.
• Safety and Compliance:
  Uphold safety and health regulations by leading safety meetings, identifying hazardous conditions, and adhering to Best Practices.
• Training and Development:
  Support training and coaching for warehouse staff, ensuring adherence to company guidelines and Best Practices.
• Reporting and Communication:
  Ensure timely and accurate daily reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, keeping them informed of progress and issues.
• Versatility and Adaptability:
  Be familiar with all warehouse roles and step in to perform duties as needed to support team operations.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Dependable with a solid attendance record.
• Basic math and computer proficiency.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or as needed to support the 24/7 business operation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role.

• Ability to work in environments with temperatures ranging from 35°F to 75°F.
• Capable of repetitively lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. and pushing/pulling up to 250 lbs.
• Must be able to frequently bend, kneel, push, squat, and reach at various heights (over shoulder, waist level, and from the floor).

• Value People Most of All:
  Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.
• Commit to Safety Everyday:
  See something say something do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success.
• Invest in Our Company to Thrive:
  Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.
• Think Before Doing And Act Decisively:
  Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what’s right.
• Welcome Constructive Straight Talk:
  Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand.
• Serve Up Exceptional Experiences:
  Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful.
• Enjoy What You Do!:
  Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.