Warehouse Lead

About the role

General Fasteners Company in Portage, MI is seeking a full-time Warehouse Lead to support warehouse operations and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Warehouse Supervisor to establish and maintain operational procedures for warehouse activities
• Support the Warehouse Supervisor with day-to-day warehouse activities, including cycle counting, receiving, picking, and shipping
• Monitor inventory levels and oversee the handling and disposition of materials
• Inspect the physical condition of the warehouse and equipment, and prepare work orders for repairs or requisitions for equipment replacement as needed
• Assist in directing the salvage of damaged or unusable material
• Confer with the Warehouse Supervisor, Branch Manager, and other departments to ensure coordination of warehouse activities
• Participate in planning for warehouse personnel safety
• Help develop the team by identifying employee training needs and providing clear instruction to ensure procedures are followed
• Document disciplinary actions when necessary

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• Experience with Epicor
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems
• Experience with customer web portals
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Customer-focused attitude with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels and build positive working relationships
• Ability to organize resources, establish priorities, and manage multiple deadlines with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-directed with a high level of personal organization and drive
• Flexible and adaptable to changing job requirements
• Working knowledge of all warehouse processes, with the ability to perform them as needed
• Ability to be trained to operate powered industrial lift trucks and pallet jacks
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from employees, managers, clients, and the general public

Schedule

This position works a fixed schedule of Saturday through Tuesday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM. There is no flexibility to adjust these days or hours.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) option
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Life insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Casual work environment
• Positive team-oriented culture

About General Fasteners Company

Founded in 1952, General Fasteners Company is a full-service distributor of fasteners and assembly components. The company provides products, customer service, vendor managed inventory (VMI) programs, product testing, and engineering solutions. With 11 locations in North America, General Fasteners Company serves customers across the continent while maintaining a focus on traditional values and innovation. The company prioritizes employee development and work-life balance.