Operations Lead - Outbound (Bulk & Dry)

Job Type
Full-time

Description

The Warehouse Operations Lead is responsible for performing the functions and accountabilities required in various warehouse operations roles including: Order Selector, Loader, Expeditor and Office Coordinator positions and supporting the Warehouse Management Team with training, leading and directing other warehouse personnel in the absence of management and when required by the Warehouse Manager.

Summary of Essential Functions

- Read work orders and receive verbal instruction for work assignments including but not limited to performing the Essential Functions and Accountabilities and Supporting Activities of Order Selector, Loader, Expeditor and Office Coordinator as required (see applicable Job Descriptions). Support the Warehouse Management Team in leading by example, motivating and inspiring the warehouse employees to maintain high performance and safety standards 1

Accountabilities and Supporting Activities

- Receive and perform cleaning/leveling assignments
- Maintain a clean and organized work space
- Perform functions, accountabilities and supporting activities while complying with safety procedures, rules and regulations

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Candidate must have the ability to read, write and understand English, including identifying numbers
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Willing and able to make decisions within the Team Leader area of responsibility (leading by example, delegating work, evaluating performance, motivating, training employees, etc.)
- Candidate must have reliable transportation, flexible schedule, solid attendance and a positive, professional attitude and demonstrated ability to lead a team through motivation and mentoring Education High School Education or equivalent Experience
- Experience operating warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, high reach truck), preferred
- Ability to train, lead and direct others in the absence of management or when required to do so Complexity Requires high degree of attention, skill, and dexterity in the safe operation and control of warehouse equipment Personal Contacts Ability to interface with other departments as well as all levels of Management 2 Confidential Data All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters while working at Pet Food Experts is considered confidential and must be maintained as such.