Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Material Handling & Operations
- Load and unload inventory from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and production lines.
- Store materials in assigned locations using pallets, cargo boards, and proper handling methods.
- Operate equipment such as forklifts, cranes, booms, and other machinery safely and efficiently.
- Analyze pick sheets and pull materials according to production or customer orders.
- Record daily material movement and production activity using tracking sheets or systems.
- Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and report discrepancies.
- Coordinate vendor pickups, returns, and deliveries as needed.
Inventory & Supply Management
- Manage inventory by identifying, cataloging, and tracking material locations.
- Monitor stock levels and submit purchasing recommendations to maintain optimal inventory.
- Ensure materials are available when needed to support production schedules.
Leadership & Coordination
- Organize, coordinate, and monitor daily activities of material handlers and warehouse staff.
- Create and manage work schedules, track attendance, and ensure workforce coverage.
- Motivate team members to meet productivity targets while maintaining high quality standards.
- Act as a communication bridge between staff and management to ensure alignment.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
- Monitor team adherence to safety, ethical, and operational procedures.
- Inspect materials and finished goods to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Evaluate equipment for safety and functionality, reporting issues promptly.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate records of inventory, equipment, team performance, and operations.
- Track key metrics (output, efficiency, errors) to identify improvement opportunities.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean principles (waste reduction, flow efficiency).
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- 1–2 years of experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or material handling (lead experience preferred).
- OSHA forklift certification (or ability to obtain) preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office or inventory systems).
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.