Receiving Lead

Role Overview

The Receiving Lead is responsible for overseeing all incoming and outgoing material shipments, coordinating communication, and executing all shipping and receiving activities necessary to meet customer service expectations. This role also includes supervising the receiving team, ensuring efficient operations, and maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.

Lead Responsibilities

• Leads by setting a good example (role model) – behavior consistent with words.
• Develops, trains, and directs employees in all aspects of the job, including on maintenance plan for all department equipment to always keep equipment in operating condition.
• Facilitate problem solving and collaboration.
• Strives for team consensus and win-win agreements.
• Intervenes when necessary to aid the group in resolving issues.
• Assure that the team members’ issues are resolved quickly to avoid delays or missing goals.
• Encourages constant improvement.
• Recognizes team member accomplishments and exceptional performance.
• Communicates discipline and performance feedback as needed.
• Communicates all department production flow and workload concerns to the manager to ensure the completion of all daily orders.
• Ensure all employees in the department wear all the required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the process of unloading, inspecting, verifying QC, and filing paperwork for all incoming materials.
• Ensure proper stocking and replenishment of all incoming materials to assigned warehouse or yard locations.
• Verify that all incoming materials match the shipper's ticket and computer inventory count.
• Document and address all discrepancies or QC issues on the Bill of Material.
• Ensure the Warehouse Manager inspects and signs off on all incoming discrepancies.
• Maintain and clean the work area to ensure daily housekeeping standards are met.
• Follow all safety procedures and report any issues that arise.
• Lead, train, and mentor the receiving team to ensure productivity and adherence to company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in warehousing shipping and receiving.
• Computer literate; Proficient with MS Office 365.
• Ability to effectively communicate [written and verbal].
• Thrives in a collaborative team environment.
• Detailed oriented work style comfortable with multiple priorities being juggled while maintaining a consistent work approach.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, walking, lift to 50 lbs., carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling, endure frequent exposure to outside weather conditions.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Exceptional Health Coverage: Three medical plans, including HSA-qualified, with virtual care; Dental and vision coverage, including kids' orthodontia; HRA reimbursement eligibility; Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Smart Financial Benefits: 401(k) plan: Pre-tax and Roth options plus a generous employer matching contribution.
• Time Off & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 10 paid holidays and accrue PTO from your first day; Flexible workplace culture with career growth opportunities.
• Wellness & Support: Access a robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support for you and your family; Resources to support mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Culture that Works for You: Join a team that values integrity and innovation; Grow as a leader in industrial distribution with cutting-edge automation and supply chain solutions; Be part of a company that prioritizes people over profits.

About the Role

Backed by strategically located branches, a vast inventory, in-house fabrication capabilities, and decades of real-world experience, our teams connect infrastructure and industry to the essential resources they need to operate safely, efficiently, and successfully. We’re more than a distributor—we’re a trusted partner built on strong relationships, operational know-how, and a relentless focus on customer success.