Warehouse Lead - 12 hour nights (6pm-6:30am)

About the role

Serve as backup to the warehouse shift manager and as a trainer for warehouse operations. When not performing backup or trainer duties, this position functions as a forklift operator.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and assistance to forklift operators when the manager is not present.
• Provide coverage for the manager to support production requirements.
• Train new hires on warehouse operations.
• Utilize RF scanner guns.
• Move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory.
• Run and transact Oracle reports and follow Oracle procedures.
• Assist inventory control personnel in cycle counts and inventory adjustments.
• Follow GMP protocols and participate in daily GMP walkthroughs when the manager is not available.
• Perform all warehouse receiving and production support duties.
• Monitor operation of the automatic racking system (where applicable) during shipping.
• Stage and prepare outgoing orders.
• Load outgoing trucks and ensure product is not damaged prior to or during loading.
• Report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (bump cap, hair net, ear plugs, beard net if applicable; Kevlar gloves, safety glasses, and leather skid‑resistant work shoes/boots).
• Ability to apply computer skills and basic math functions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• 3–5 years previous experience operating a forklift in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience using RF scanner guns preferred.
• Previous training experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to learn agilely.

Skills

• Proficiency with RF scanner guns and Oracle reporting tools.
• Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) protocols.
• Capability to assist with inventory control, cycle counts, and adjustments.
• Ability to monitor and operate automatic racking systems.
• Effective coaching and training of new warehouse staff.

Working Conditions

• Constant exposure to extreme loud noises.
• Constant sitting.
• Constant exposure to extreme hot/cold (non‑weather) environments.
• Frequent use of fingers and hands.
• Occasional standing and moving by foot.
• Occasional lifting/carrying.
• Occasional work near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequent reaching, lifting, pulling, bending, climbing stairs, stooping, and kneeling.
• Potential exposure to caustic chemicals.

Benefits

• Excellent pay.
• Great career‑pathing opportunities.
• Professional development, including unlimited online training courses.
• Health insurance with premium contributions.
• Dental, vision, and HSA options.
• 100% company‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays.
• Company bonuses.
• Additional benefits not listed.