Warehouse Lead

About the Role

Ourvita, a global contract manufacturer specializing in nutritional, cosmetic, and healthcare products, is seeking a skilled and experienced Warehouse Lead to join our team. With nearly 3,000 dedicated colleagues worldwide and over 690 years of combined expertise, we partner with leading brands to deliver science-based, sustainable solutions that enhance well-being. Shift hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assign daily work activities to warehouse associates to ensure production schedules and shipping deadlines are met.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for operational questions and issue escalation during assigned shifts.
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and material availability, adjusting priorities as needed to support business demands.
• Verify accuracy of inventory transactions, staging, and documentation; investigate and escalate discrepancies.
• Support training, coaching, and mentoring of warehouse team members to reinforce safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Communicate shift handoffs, key issues, and status updates to supervisors and cross-functional partners.
• Model and enforce compliance with safety policies, GMPs, and standard operating procedures.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment within warehouse and production areas.
• Select, prepare, and load products for outbound shipments based on customer and shipping specifications.
• Receive, unload, inspect, and properly store inbound raw materials, ingredients, and packaging materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory using electronic inventory systems and follow First-In, First-Out (FIFO) guidelines.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.

Additional Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Forklift certification required or willingness to obtain certification.
• Two plus years’ experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Experience with electronic inventory systems (e.g., ERP/WMS such as Sage X3) preferred.

Skills

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Basic Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) benefits at no cost to employees
• Retirement Plan 401(k) match
• Holiday pay and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for advancement
• Fitness discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement

We offer competitive market pay and a quarterly bonus. If you are a motivated and skilled Warehouse Lead with a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team at Ourvita.