Warehouse Lead -LHP

Description

Job Purpose/Objective

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for directing and performing daily inventory and warehouse activities within assigned temperature-controlled areas or warehouse zones. This role ensures proper product rotation, quality assurance, inventory accuracy, labeling, presentation, replenishment, and put-away processes are consistently maintained. The Warehouse Lead works closely with supervisors and warehouse teams to support operational efficiency and provide internal customers with high-quality, presentable products.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory & Warehouse Operations

• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, PO receipts, warehouse transfer receipts, and inventory controls.
• Review inbound purchase orders and warehouse transfers to ensure all products are properly received and accounted for.
• Prepare storage locations for inbound goods and assist with inventory replenishment activities.
• Utilize WMS and operational systems to review pick locations, storage assignments, and replenishment needs.
• Assist with monthly and periodic inventory counts.

Quality Assurance & Product Rotation

• Ensure products meet company quality standards and comply with FIFO rotation procedures.
• Review dated products to ensure items remain within acceptable shelf-life parameters.
• Remove damaged, spoiled, or non-compliant products from inventory.
• Monitor overstock inventory to prevent missed rotation and product waste.
• Maintain temperature monitoring procedures within assigned areas.

Presentation & Labeling

• Ensure all products in pick and storage locations are properly labeled and organized.
• Maintain clean, safe, and presentable warehouse conditions.
• Verify pallet license plates and product labeling accuracy.
• Ensure damaged or compromised packaging is not placed into inventory or distributed.

Leadership & Communication

• Supervise and support up to two warehouse associates or leads within assigned areas.
• Coordinate daily operational adjustments with supervisors and management.
• Communicate inventory discrepancies, quality concerns, and operational improvement recommendations.

Support warehouse operations by assisting with put-away, replenishment, and receiving activities as needed

Working Conditions/Job Environment

• Degree of physical demands (strength) are usually associated with this position.
• Environmental conditions (physical surroundings and hazards) are usually associated with this position.
• Moving pallet jacks and forklifts. Exposure to refrigerated environment on a regular basis.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2-3 years of warehouse experience required.
• Experience in operating powered warehouse equipment preferred.
• Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of produce commodities and inventory handling.
• Understanding of warehouse operations, inventory practices, and safety procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in temperature-controlled warehouse environments.
• Ability to lift 50-60 pounds on a repeated basis
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.