Job Description
Lead Warehouse Associate
Reports to: District Manager
Classification: Non-Exempt
SUMMARY
The Warehouse Lead will supervise a team of plant associates while performing assigned operations and tasks safely and efficiently in a production environment. This individual will interact with customers, employees, managers and regulatory representatives. In every case, the Warehouse Lead must present themselves with the professionalism and discretion appropriate for each interactive situation
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
•Safely and efficiently perform assigned operations and tasks in a production environment
•Interact with customers, employees, members of Senior Management, vendors and regulatory representatives
•Under general supervision, coordinates and conducts daily plant operations and maintains inventory for safety and operation supplies
•Support employees, answer questions and keep morale up
•Reduce down time
•Step into the production line when people are on break and/or vacation
•Conducts daily production activities; enters finished goods into inventory and orders supply as needed
•May assist with the coordination of workflow and assignments
•Investigates, reviews and controls implementation of safety regulations and company policies and procedures
•Creates and submits weekly and month end reports as requested
•May provide support and direction to less experienced plant employees
•Ensure all equipment is working properly
•Review and sign manifests and shipping papers
•Scan waste and weigh with accuracy
•Ensure container type and manifest are 100% accurate
•Prepare records of receiving and production as needed
•Operate tub wash unit ensuring the wash unit is operating properly
•Remove clean tubs from the wash unit, inspect tubs and stack for loading onto assigned vehicle for re-use
•Ensure housekeeping issues, e.g., spills cleaned up, the floor is dry and debris not on the floor, etc., are addressed immediately
•Maintain relations with drivers and operations staff
•Leads and supports the warehouse's continuous improvement process
•Establishes clear goals and accountability to direct reports and provides performance feedback on a regular basis
•Maintain inventory levels of critical supplies and recording expenses for monthly tracking
•Report for and successfully complete all training as required
•Support operations in the management of Navusoft
•Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
•High school diploma or equivalent preferred
•Minimum one year of warehouse experience preferred
•Pleasant demeanor with other employees, customers, vendors, and regulators
•Position requires extensive lifting, walking, bending, climbing, pulling, and pushing
•Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull heavy carts
•Knowledge of barcode scanning; inventory management skills
•Knowledge of hazardous materials and OSHA Regulations
•Knowledge and ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift
•Must be forklift certified
•Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
•Quickly adapt to changing business demands
•Quickly grasp and adapt to new tasks and protocols
•Must be able to manage small groups
•Licensed for vehicle to be driven (min. Class C); Class A or Class B license also acceptable
•Must be able to obtain and maintain a Medical Examiner’s Card (MEC)
•Strong communication skills
•Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
•Able to work an agreed upon standard schedule
•Additional hours as job duties demand
TRAVEL - OTHER
•Travel to domestic Trilogy facilities when necessary (less than 10%)
•Must have a current, valid driver's license
•Able to be insurable under our company's liability insurance policy
WORK CONDITIONS
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.
Environment & Physical Effort
•Able to lift and carry up to 65 lbs.
•Able to push and pull containers weighing up to 250 lbs. (96-gallon totes)
•Able to load and unload materials into truck
•Able to climb in and out of vehicle and cargo area multiple times per day
•Able to walk extended distances
•Able to maintain focus and analyze data
•Able to speak and communicate proficiently
•Able to work in hot and cold conditions
•Routine physical exertion: standing, walking, climbing, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, and bending
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EOE
