Warehouse Lead

Department: Warehouse Job Title: Warehouse Lead   Location: Irwindale  

Reports to: WH Supervisor

Hours: Non-exempt   

Job Type: Full time On-site 

Position Overview  

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/or receiving material   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.  

Key Responsibilities  

Warehouse Operations & Coordination  

• Coordinate daily warehouse activities, including organizing orders, preparing shipments, and  ensuring finished goods are packed and shipped accurately and on time.  

• Prepare, verify, and organize warehouse documentation to ensure accuracy and  completeness.   

• Operate a forklift / stand-up reach and 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.  Floor Leadership & Support  

• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for warehouse associates regarding workflow, priorities, and standard operating procedures.  

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• 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 to the Warehouse Supervisor for review and action.  

• Support onboarding and training of new warehouse associates by demonstrating proper  processes, equipment use, and safety expectations.  

Inventory & Cross-Functional Coordination  

• 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.  

Safety & Compliance  

• 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 audits as requested.   

Continuous Improvement  

• 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.  

Education  

• High School Diploma or GED required  

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Qualifications 

• 3+ years of experience in warehouse and logistics.  

• Prior experience operating a forklift; valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification required.  

• Experience with warehouse software 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.  

Key Clarification  

• 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.  

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