Warehouse Lead I

Department: Receiving Department

Classification: Non-Exempt

EEO Classification: Laborers and Helpers

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Effective Date: 01/16/2024

SUMMARY: The primary function of the Warehouse Lead is to assist the Warehouse Manager, and provide training & mentoring to Warehouse Associates. The position will also be responsible for receiving mattress products accurately and on time; efficiently and safely transporting, sorting, and stocking materials according to company standards. This position may be cross-trained across various warehouse departments, including but not limited to Product Service, Receiving, Truck Check-In, or Picking & Pulling based on company needs.

Salary Range - $21 - $23

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Loads and unloads materials onto and from various containers including, but not limited to, trucks, racks, pallets, and trays; utilizes appropriate tools to accomplish tasks.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or bins according to predetermined inventory procedures.
• Performs quality inspections on incoming and outgoing materials and products.
• Conducts physical inventory counts; replenishes stock from backup locations as needed.
• Assists the sales team with the set-up of products in the Sales Training area and relocating items back to stock after training is completed.
• Establishes and maintains professional communication with vendors.
• Maintains a safe, clean working environment.
• Participates in quality improvement efforts.
• Prepares all required reports and correspondence.
• Perform quality inspections on all equipment for damage and report information to management.
• Attendance meets department standards by Warehouse Attendance Guidelines.
• Forklift Certified.
• Ability to lift 50 to 75 pounds;
• Must be able to complete the following with no more than 2 receiving errors per month:
  1. Count routes and verify all products is staged for morning load out.
  2. Offload an average of 60-80 mattresses and box springs off trucks.
  3. Can record KPI Excel sheet to monitor productivity.
  4. Will need to be in communication with vendors & purchasing team.
  5. Able to restock and put away product.
  6. Verify aisle is maintained according to department standards.
  7. Run daily inventory cycle on random mattress bins or isles.
  8. Identify product staging & adjust as new product is received.
  9. Capable of pulling customer pick-up, scanning product to Cuspu, running a barcode truck bin, and verifying all products were pulled and staged.
  10. Fully understands how to check and process labels for products.
  11. Able to receive PO in the system and backorder any discrepancies.
  12. Able to print customer receipts for customer signature.
• Knowledgeable on all scanner functions.
• Can identify all vendor and vendor codes and has basic knowledge of products associated with each vendor code.
• Aisle maintenance for those assigned meets department standards.
• Housekeeping.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School/GED Certificate.
• 1-2 years experience in a warehouse environment as a warehouse associate or similar position.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Forklift certification is current or if a new hire, certification is completed within 30 days from the date of hire.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work the day or night shift.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Products, including Office 365 for email and Microsoft Word.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Lift and move between 50-75 pounds without assistance.
• Climb a ladder to a height of at least 20 feet.
• Walk, bend, and climb stairs.
• Stand for long periods.
• Wear appropriate safety equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Very hot or cold temperatures
• Moderate to high noise levels which can be distracting or uncomfortable