Job Description

The principal functions of this position are to safely and efficiently lead the FLD team in daily assignments, delegate tasks to warehouse forklift operators, and update the Warehouse Shift Supervisor on all warehouse floor activities.

Responsibilities of the Position:

• Meets daily with shift Supervisor at start of shift to review staffing and assignments.
• Presents information to FLD as directed by the supervisor.
• Works directly or assigns training responsibilities for all new hires in conjunction with direction from the supervisor.
• Leads by example, adhering to all Safety, Quality and Productivity requirements, and engages associates failing to follow the safety and quality expectations.
• Demonstrates the ability to be responsible for a clean and organized warehouse.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate in a professional and precise manner. Assigns tasks fairly, treats all with respect and dignity.
• Demonstrates the ability to have oversight of the entire warehouse operation and not be tied into one function.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

- Demonstrated leadership qualities

- Willingness to learn and accept heightened responsibilities

- Bilingual preferred

Education and Experience:

• At least one year of Warehouse lead experience.
• Understanding of basic arithmetic, reading level to understand instructions, policies, and procedures
• GED preferred
• Forklift certifications (Toyota sit-downs and Raymond reach truck)

Food Safety Responsibilities:

• Attend all food safety training sessions (GMP, SQF, HACCP, Allergen, Food Facility Security, Preventing Foodborne Illness)
• Participate in company GMP walks
• Enforce company rules regarding food safety and monitoring

Working Conditions:

• Office setting and warehouse environment with temperature range of 55 – 80 degrees
• This position may require the employee to work weekends or shifts other than their own to meet the needs of the business.
• Working Shifts between 8 and 12 hours
• Milk, egg, peanut, soy and/or wheat allergens are processed

Physical Requirements:

• SIT – Occasionally
• STAND – Continuously
• WALK - Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms continuously
• Push/Pull continuously
• Grasp objects frequently
• Twisting, bending, stooping occasionally
• Lift up to 50 lbs