Description:
As a Warehouse Team Lead, you will perform and oversee daily shipping, receiving, and inventory activities in accordance with established procedures and commercial standards. In addition to hands-on execution, this role provides day-to-day leadership, training, and workflow coordination for warehouse associates, ensuring safe, accurate, and timely material movement.
This position requires a dependable, professional, and adaptable individual with strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to identify inventory discrepancies, logistical inefficiencies, and process improvement opportunities while supporting a safety-first, continuous-improvement culture consistent with modern manufacturing and distribution operations.
Candidates must be able to obtain Forklift Operator Certification within 90 days of employment and work effectively with cross-functional teams supporting power conversion and manufacturing operations.
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities
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Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely and efficiently to transport materials
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Lead daily shipping and receiving operations, including sorting, logging, packing, labeling, and shipment coordination
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Audit inbound and outbound shipments to verify accuracy against orders and documentation
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Ensure all shipments include proper equipment, manuals, and accessories
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Prepare and maintain shipping, receiving, and inventory documentation in an orderly and compliant manner
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Process all receiving transactions; inspect inbound freight for damage and coordinate resolution with Purchasing and Inventory teams
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Assist with inventory control activities, including cycle counts and discrepancy investigations
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Support trace requests for missing or delayed shipments
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Provide on-the-floor guidance and training for new and existing warehouse associates
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Serve as a point of escalation for daily operational issues in the absence of the Warehouse Manager
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Maintain safety, housekeeping, and 5S standards in warehouse and shipping areas
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Perform required administrative tasks, reports, and system updates (WMS/ERP exposure preferred)
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Perform other related duties as assigned by management
Required Qualifications
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5+ years of warehouse experience, including forklift operation in a fast-paced environment
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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Demonstrated knowledge of shipping practices, logistics workflows, and carrier coordination
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Prior experience training or leading warehouse personnel strongly preferred
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Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and support daily production schedules
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Strong organizational, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
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Basic computer proficiency (ERP/WMS, shipping systems, reporting tools)
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Effective verbal and written communication skills
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Flexibility and adaptability in a changing manufacturing environment
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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams
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Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
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Must be at least 18 years of age
Physical Demands & Work Environment
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Continual use of hand and finger dexterity
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Frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, and reaching
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Regular lifting/pushing/carrying of items up to 60 pounds
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Work performed near moving mechanical equipment
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Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions
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Occasional exposure to elevated noise levels
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Ability to work in warehouse and dock environments with varying temperatures
Benefits
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401(k) with company matching
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Disability and life insurance
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Tuition reimbursement
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Employee Incentive Program (EIP)
EPC Power is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
