Warehouse Lead

Who we are:

Visual Comfort & Co. is the premier resource for decorative and architectural lighting, ceiling fans, system controls and automated shading solutions from the most influential designers in the world. We are proud to offer a market-leading range of premium products across categories, styles and price points, remaining committed to beautiful design and, above all, a world-class customer experience.

Reporting directly to the Manager of Operations, the Warehouse Lead position is responsible for overseeing key warehouse activities. Duties include, but are not limited to loading, unloading, counting/verifying, and/or moving materials within the warehouse, coordinating and assigning tasks to Team Members as directed by the Manager, supporting efficient material flow and inventory accuracy, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Visual Comfort Offers:

• Work-Life Balance: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm
• Training & Development: A comprehensive and structured training program, complemented by ongoing education and opportunities for career advancement.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation accrual and paid time off policies.
• Holidays: 7 paid holidays per year, in addition to 2 floating holidays.
• Compensation: Competitive compensation plan
• Health Benefits: Visual Comfort pays the majority of employees medical, vision, and dental coverage, available starting the first of the month following your start date.
• Insurance: Company-provided life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%, available beginning the first of the month following your hire date.

How success is defined:

• Ability to follow instructions and train Team Members per instructions in a clear and concise manner.
• Assign and ensure work orders are completed by Team Members on time by organizing demands.
• Track replenishment of primary locations.
• Promptly resolve all material or location issues.
• Communicate frequently throughout the workday with other support teams, including management, to maximize efficiency.
• Follow all safety procedures including proper usage of safety equipment and tools.
• Must demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality and adherence to agreed-upon schedule as determined by manager.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.
• Adhere to all safety, OSHA guidelines, work rules and policies and focuses on housekeeping inside and outside of the facility.
• Exhibits and adheres to the established VCC Core Values.
• Works effectively with others in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems.
• Must demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to agreed-upon schedule. While being present in the workplace to effectively collaborate and communicate amongst co-workers and teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

• 2 – 3 years of full–time industry experience in a warehouse, distribution center, order fulfillment center logistics, supply chain operations or manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Forklift license and certification. Ability to exhibit experience with stand-up high-reach forklift equipment, sit-down forklift equipment, pallet riders and/or stock pickers.
• Must exhibit proficient computer skills, including working knowledge and experience with use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Must exhibit the ability to read, write, understand and speak English.
• Strong knowledge of distribution center compliance and procedures and the objectives of handling material within a warehouse.
• Experience and ability to utilize an RF scanner.
• Experience with a forklift truck and/or a tugger.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships with other Team Members, as well as internal and external customers.
• Capacity to utilize effective time management skills and be able to work under the stress of multiple deadlines, requests from other departments, and interruptions with accuracy.
• Capacity to be self-motivated and achieve goals with minimal supervision or direction.
• Strong aptitude for and proficiency navigating Systems and Programs
• Experience in interior design, custom home building products, luxury home furnishings and/or lighting industry a plus
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Ability to achieve results both independently and through others by fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation
• Demonstrate exceptional communication across all contact channels, including email, chat and phone
• Available to work a flexible schedule including weekends, early mornings, late evenings
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for this role

Compensation: $22 per hour