Lead Warehouse Associate - Warehouse Receiving

TriMark USA is the country’s largest provider of design services, equipment, and supplies to the foodservice industry. We proudly serve our customers by providing design services, commercial equipment, and foodservice supplies across a wide range of industries and business sectors. Headquartered in Massachusetts, with a history dating back to 1896, we have locations across the country that offer foodservice operators an unparalleled level of service by combining our unique design capabilities and our expert market knowledge with the purchasing strength, delivery, installation, and after-sales service capabilities of a national company. Our employees are focused on creating customized solutions for our clients to ensure they achieve their culinary goals while upholding our I.C.A.R.E. values: Integrity, Customer Service, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. For more information, please visit: www.trimarkusa.com
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+ Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance.
POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Lead Warehouse Associate reports to the Warehouse Manager.
• Located in Lewisville
• Full-Time
• In Office

The Lead Warehouse Associate is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient and accurate handling of goods. The Warehouse Lead provides leadership and guidance to warehouse staff, coordinates workflow, and ensures adherence to safety protocols and company policies. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage a team in a fast-paced environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Team Leadership:
• Lead and supervise warehouse staff, providing direction, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and productivity.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities, set performance goals, and conduct regular performance reviews to drive continuous improvement.
• Inventory Management:
• Oversee the receipt, storage, and distribution of inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with inventory control procedures.
• Perform cycle counts, reconcile inventory discrepancies, and maintain inventory records in the warehouse management system (WMS).
• Order Fulfillment:
• Coordinate order picking, packing, and shipping activities, ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment of customer orders.
• Monitor order status, prioritize orders based on urgency, and communicate with internal teams to meet customer deadlines.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Enforce safety protocols and best practices to ensure a safe work environment for all warehouse personnel.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company policies related to warehouse operations.
• Equipment Maintenance:
• Ensure proper maintenance and upkeep of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor systems.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance activities as needed to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of warehouse activities, including receipts, shipments, and inventory movements.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members to achieve goals and objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control principles, and safety regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED, or equivalent military or practical experience.
• 3 – 4 years of experience in warehouse operations, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Experience with forklift operation and other warehouse equipment.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Bend or twist body.
• Use hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools. or controls.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Keep or regain their balance.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.

The range provided represents the national average pay range for this position and is considered to be a general guideline. Pay for this position will reflect the candidate’s unique qualifications and may be higher or lower than the range provided based on employee geographic location. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other local, state, and federal law.
In addition to base salary, this role will be eligible for participation in TriMark’s’ benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401K (with employer match), etc. Leadership positions may also qualify for participation in bonus programs commensurate with role and scope of responsibility.
TriMark’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is a purposeful mission of strengthening our organization and those we serve by uniting the unique and beautiful differences of our employees. This mission is instilled in the fiber of who we are as a company, setting the standard for our industry. We are committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and belonging through sharing, education, and experiences.
TriMark USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@trimarkusa.com.

Health insurance, Dental insurance, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching