What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Lead (2nd shift) position at Barrett Distribution Centers, Inc.?
ABOUT BARRETT DISTRIBUTION:
Since 1941, Barrett Distribution has provided customized third-party logistics, omni-channel distribution, and direct-to-consumer fulfillment services for customers in a variety of industries. Our growing company is home to over 1400 employees throughout the United States, with key logistics centers in Greater Boston, New Jersey, New York, Baltimore, Memphis, Dallas, and California.
At Barrett, we truly value our employees and culture, and realize that the way to attract and retain the very best workforce is by providing competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a gain-share program that every employee participates in.
If youre skilled at what you do, thrive in collaborative, team-first environments, and are looking for a home in a company that promotes from within and invests in its employees, Barrett Distribution is the place for you!
SUMMARY:
The Warehouse Lead, reporting to the Supervisor/Assistant Operations Manager, will assist in coordinating all daily warehousing activities for assigned areas. This position will be responsible for assisting the Warehouse Supervisor with training, assigning, scheduling, and communicating job expectations.
The compensation for this position starts at 40K per year, depending on experience. This position works Monday through Friday, from 5pm to 1:30am.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Consistently applies Barretts core values of Always Better, Utmost Integrity, Dedication to the Customer, I am an Owner, and Open and Honest relationships in all interactions and decision making. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with Barretts vision to WOW our customers, partners, and fellow employees with every interaction.
- Oversee the daily department production activity and ensure all area targets are met.
- Provide guidance to assigned associates and direct the day-to-day workflow of the assigned area.
- Assume supervisor responsibilities in the event of the Supervisors absence.
- Train employees and temporary staff on all standard operating processes and procedures.
- Articulate customer concerns and operational issues to their direct supervisor/manager in a timely and efficient manner.
- Assist with maintaining accurate physical inventories.
- Recommend and implement process improvements for assigned areas of the operation.
- Assess assigned warehouse operations daily to ensure the warehouse is neat, secure, and well organized.
- Actively participate and may hold start-up meetings for assigned areas of responsibility.
- Ensure the safety of associates at all times.
- Perform all duties of the warehouse associate as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma/GED strongly preferred.
Powered industrial equipment experience preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience must demonstrate a strong working knowledge of warehouse operations and policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of Microsoft business applications such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and warehouse management systems preferred.
Experience must demonstrate the ability to balance competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines. Strong emphasis on organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English (Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred).
Must be able to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals.
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.
Barrett Distribution Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, retaliation, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, choice of health insurance, marital status, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
