Warehouse Handler II

About the Role

The Warehouse Handler II oversees daily warehouse operations and provides direction to a team of warehouse staff to ensure the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. This leadership role combines hands-on warehouse responsibilities with team coordination, safety enforcement, and process improvement. The Lead Warehouse Handler plays a key role in maintaining inventory integrity, achieving operational goals, and fostering a safe, organized, and productive work environment. This position acts as a liaison between warehouse staff and management, helping to resolve issues, train new team members, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of warehouse handlers to meet daily operational goals.
• Lead by example in receiving, inspecting, storing, and shipping goods according to company standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in regular cycle counts and audits, ensuring inventory accuracy.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure team compliance with OSHA and company safety policies.
• Train and mentor warehouse staff on procedures, equipment operation, and best practices.
• Coordinate work schedules and task assignments to optimize workflow and efficiency.
• Operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) and ensure all equipment is used safely and maintained properly.
• Communicate effectively with logistics, transportation, and inventory teams to coordinate operations and resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized warehouse environment to support productivity and safety.
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements to management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of warehouse or logistics experience.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (forklift and/or pallet jack experience required; certification preferred).
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety standards and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift operator certification.
• Previous experience in a leadership or team lead role.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and barcode scanning technology.
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking, scheduling, and reporting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Work Environment:
 This role involves working in a warehouse environment with physical demands, including lifting, standing, and operating machinery. Occasional overtime or shift adjustments may be required to meet business needs.

Key Skills 

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership and team coordination skills, effectively guiding warehouse staff to meet operational goals while fostering a collaborative work environment. They excel in inventory control and accuracy, ensuring stock levels are consistently monitored and discrepancies are promptly addressed. Proficiency in equipment operation and adherence to safety compliance is essential, promoting a safe and efficient workplace. Strong problem-solving and process improvement abilities enable them to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills support seamless interaction with team members and other departments, while attention to detail and task prioritization ensure that all warehouse activities are completed accurately and on time.