Lead Material Handler (1st Shift)

About the role

We are currently looking for a Lead Material Handler to join our team on 1st Shift in our fast-paced warehouse environment.

Department

Inventory

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 5:45am - 2:15pm

What You Will Be Doing

• Review receiving flow throughout the day to ensure proper resource allocation
• Review and communicate job specifications to ensure products are received according to instructions
• Communicate with corporate personnel regarding order status, compliance issues, and inventory updates
• Aid in tracking performance metrics and other data
• Ensure warehouse staff are at their workstations on time
• Communicate department goals and standards, and take appropriate action as needed
• Conduct random quality control audits of inbound shipments to ensure compliance
• Cookcycle counting activities
• Maintain dock activity and product flow
• Train employees in methods and procedures
• Conduct safety training and enforce safety programs
• Ensure assigned warehouse areas are clean, orderly, and inventory is properly located
• Ensure the team is trained in and utilizes Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2000) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001)
• Support continuous improvement of systems
• Assist with hiring, motivating, evaluating, and developing department personnel
• Provide coaching and mentoring to team members
• Advise management and offer recommendations on personnel and escalated issues
• Build strong relationships with peers and senior managers to support company goals
• Manage and leverage vendor relationships for optimal pricing and product quality
• Maintain professional relationships with peers in other corporations and external organizations

What You Will Bring

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a distribution center or warehouse environment
• At least 1 year of experience in a team lead or supervisory role, preferably in a logistics or warehouse setting
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory control, and shipping
• Familiarity with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and basic ERP systems
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate teams to meet performance goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Employee Benefits

We offer an outstanding benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance effective Day 1
• Generous paid time off, including sick time, vacation, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), employee discounts, and much more!

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a distribution center or warehouse environment
• At least 1 year of experience in a team lead or supervisory role, preferably in a logistics or warehouse setting
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory control, and shipping
• Familiarity with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and basic ERP systems
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate teams to meet performance goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Skills

• Warehouse Operations
• WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
• ERP Systems
• Team Leadership
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Training
• Safety Training
• Quality Control
• Continuous Improvement
• Hiring and Development
• Vendor Relationships
• Professional Relationships

Pay

The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $25.00 and $30.00/hr. Please note that this position’s salary range may include multiple levels. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance effective Day 1
• Generous paid time off, including sick time, vacation, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), employee discounts, and much more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Epson America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Nearest Major Market

Indianapolis