Lead Warehouse Associate

Lead Warehouse Associate Wagner Logistics - 2.8 North Kansas City, MO Job Details $19.47 - $26.92 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Customer communication Team supervision Basic math Forklift Material handling equipment operation

Full Job Description Summary:

The Lead Warehouse Associate assigns work to the warehouse personnel as directed by the Warehouse Manager or Supervisor and is responsible for the accurate storing, shipping, and receiving of product to meet company standards of safety, service, security, and productivity.

What You'll Be Doing:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following: Load and unload freight efficiently and safely. Move product to storage areas with the proper equipment and efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate area. Rotate product as required by the customer. Ensure the integrity of the inventory of assigned customers and assist in conducting physical inventories. Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, or repacking as needed. Accurately pick orders for shipment and assemble several types of merchandise to be shipped. Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently. Place unsafe equipment out of service and request the necessary repairs. Assist management in forklift training and certification of personnel. Verify driver's paperwork, check and count freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation. Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining warehouse security. Conduct operations by safe working practices and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and laws governing business operations. Assign work to warehouse personnel and ensure the work is completed in a timely fashion. Interact with warehouse management, customers, vendors, and the customer service team in a professional manner. Assume responsibility for the warehouse operation in the absence of warehouse supervision. Communicate potential personnel problems or cause for disciplinary action to the Warehouse Manager or Warehouse Supervisor for handling Complete required records and reports in a timely and accurate fashion. Participate in the selection and training of new warehouse personnel. Other duties may be assigned.

What You Need:

A.

Education:

(preferred level): High School diploma. B.

Experience:

(the minimum level of direct experience in a similar position): One to three years. C.

Knowledge/Experience/Skills:

The Lead Person must possess effective communication and people-handling skills and be able to read, count accurately, do simple math, and write legibly. The ability to efficiently operate a forklift is an important skill, and the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods is required. The ability to follow directions and effectively direct others is essential. Physical Demands and Work Environment Wagner is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Protected Veterans Skills Preferred Accuracy oversight Time Management Warehouse Mgmt System Employee Development/Coaching Customer Service Communication with Supervisor Basic troubleshooting of workflow issues Coaching & feedback Basic Warehouse Flow Understanding Advanced pick accuracy Advanced inventory movement Advanced product handling judgment 5S Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.