Job Summary:

The Warehouse Team Leader will lead an assigned team through the daily activities in the warehouse/yard to ensure smooth operations and efficient completion of projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily workflow; oversees scheduling and assignments of the assigned team.

• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the necessary equipment is available and in working order to complete assignments.

• Leads team in conducting daily safety checks on equipment, including forklift trucks, conveyor equipment, and specific portions of tractor-trailer and over-the-road trucks.

• Inspects quality and quantity of supplies and equipment delivered to the team.

• Verifies that outgoing deliveries meet company quality standards, and that order slips match and have the appropriate signatures.

• Keeps team members informed about rules, regulations, policies, and objectives.

• Maintains detailed and accurate work records.

• Collaborates with the team to identify ways to improve department effectiveness; implements viable ideas.  

• Resolves conflicts that arise among team members and/or other employees.

• Orders new equipment as requested by management.

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent management and interpersonal skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

• Ability to motivate team to accomplish objectives.

• Ability to solve conflicts among coworkers.

• Ability to remain organized.

• Basic understanding of records, inventories, and other routine documentation used in the warehouse.  

• Thorough understanding of warehouse procedures and regulations.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate Degree preferred.

• At least two years of related work experience required.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.