CL23506: Warehouse Lead

Kennewick

Purchasing/Warehouse/MTS - Kennewick, Washington Job Details

Job ID:

5902196

Application Deadline:

Aug 31, 2026 10:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted:

Aug 25, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Position #23506: Warehouse Lead

Location:

Purchasing/Warehouse and Delivery

Hours:

8 Hours per Day, 260 Days per Year

Salary:

$29.24 - $33.85

Open Date:

08/25/2026

Application Deadline/Close Date:

08/31/2026 at 10:00PM, OR until filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position of Warehouse Lead will be responsible for overseeing all warehouse responsibilities and directing the warehouse workforce. This position will coordinate receiving and distribution of district supplies, materials, and equipment. They will oversee the supply order process and coordinate all deliveries throughout the district. They will manage all sanctioned moves, including furniture, equipment, and supplies, throughout the district. This position requires you to work closely with the Nutrition Service department to provide delivery support to all district locations during the school year and summer feeding program.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All applications must be submitted to the Kennewick School District Online at ksd.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Passing basic skills test based on the requirements of the position.

Employment history in similar position(s).

References indicating satisfactory skills and abilities in similar positions.

Successful completion of training or certification programs related to position. This could include, but is not limited to, one of the following: High School Diploma, GED, AA, BA, etc. A transcript must be provided within thirty (30) days of employment.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to meet the Physical Demands of the position as indicated by taking and passing a physical capacity exam after job offer and before employment begins.

Completion of Safe Schools Web Based Training within thirty (30) days of hire and yearly thereafter.

Must pass a background check, which includes employee paid fingerprinting.

Must be able to read and understand written instructions. May be required to perform basic math calculations.

Must have a valid Washington driver's license, a clean driving record as evidenced by a driver's abstract, and personal transportation covered with a current insurance policy.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Previous experience in all aspects of warehousing.
• Forklift certification with at least 5 years of practical experience.
• Leadership experience that includes preparing daily schedules and directing the workforce.
• Possess a clear understanding of food safety regulations including sanitization standards, temperatures for storing, staging, and delivering food to prevent food-borne illness.
• Must uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures.
• Must take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Must attend in-service training courses or other meetings as required, as well as attend any training as directed by management.
• Evidence of ability to assess and correct issues involving safety.
• Evidence of ability to establish and maintain a tactful, cooperative, and effective relationship with students, parents, staff, fellow employees, and management.
• Must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job-related activities.
• Evidence of positive evaluations/recommendations.
• Evidence of excellent attendance, punctuality, dependability, and self-discipline.

Must be able to use basic computer programs to maintain records, enter timecard information and read and respond to email. Physically able to do required work, which could include heave and sustained pushing, pulling, lifting and frequently moving up to 75 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs., squatting, bending, stooping, carrying, possible climbing of ladders and other functions that are physically demanding.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

Knowledge and experience with the district's work order system.

Working knowledge of postal procedures and experience in operating postal processing equipment.

Experience with all aspects of the district's Fixed Asset tracking system.

Experience with the district's shipping/receiving tracking system.

Self-starter with demonstrated ability to problem solve.

Ability toanize and prioritize tasks to meet district needs and deadlines.

Ability to keep accurate records.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct the workforce, spot check order processing for accuracy, and schedule all warehouse daily duties.

Receive, verify, and store all incoming food and supplies.

Coordinate deliveries of food, supplies, equipment, mail, interdistrict mail, and packages district wide.

Respond efficiently to frequent emergency job-related requests, while maintaining a positive disposition.

Master the work order system to ensure all requests are routed correctly and completed in a timely manner.

Receive all incoming packages and route delivery through our tracking system software.

Oversee sorting and distribution of pony mail throughout the district.

Organize warehouse, maintain product signage, and facilitate monthly inventory counts for Nutrition Services, Custodial and Paper supplies.

Ensure all food products are handled, stored, and delivered in compliance with standards set by the FDA and local health authorities.

Oversee Fixed Asset system.

Coordinate the move of district furniture, fixtures, equipment, and related items from one district location to another.

Train new employees in all aspects of warehouse work.

Perform minor repairs to equipment as needed.

Communicate and collaborate with Assistant Warehouse Lead and Purchasing Manager.

Respond to after-hours emergency refrigerator and freezer calls.

Facilitate coverage of daily duties in the Assistant Warehouse Lead's absence.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical manuals, product labels, and procedures. Ability to write effectively and use e-mail correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimal numbers. Ability to calculate percentages, discounts, proportions, area, circumference, and volume.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions. Ability to interpret variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is sometimes required to sit, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Senses:

The employee is often required to listen to slight variations in pitch, amplitude, and frequency. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, and by using the district radio communications system. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Lifting:

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move over 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Hazards:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts; in outside weather conditions; and may be exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee will occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may on occasion be loud and require hearing protection. Kennewick School District's Non-Discrimination Policy

The Kennewick School District provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or use of trained dog, guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights & Equity:

Dr. Thomas Brillhart - (509) 222-5010 (Thomas.

Brillhart@ksd)

Section 504,

Title IX:

BJ Wilson - (509) 222-5003 (BJ.Wilson@ksd)

This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in all education programs and/or extra-curricular school activities in the Kennewick School District.

Applicants:

Inquiries regarding compliance procedures or requests for reasonable accommodation may be directed to the School District's Director of Human Resources.

For information on salary and benefits, visit ksd/jobs.

Kennewick School District Contact Names and Telephone Numbers:

Toni Neidhold, Director of Human Resources

HR@ksd

Certified/Classified ADA

Amy Martinez, Assistant Director of Human Resources

HR@ksd

Classified ADA

Kennewick School District

1000 West 4th Avenue

Kennewick, WA 99336

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$29.24 to $33.85 Per Collective Bargaining Agreement

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