Warehouse Lead

Warehouse Lead

Join Franklin Electric on our mission to empower communities with sustainable water management solutions, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping a better future for generations to come.

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the warehouse by ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials throughout the facility. This hands-on role performs shipping, receiving, inventory control, material handling, and order fulfillment activities while serving as a resource for warehouse team members. The Warehouse Lead assists with workflow coordination, training, and problem-solving to help achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.

Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility. Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment!

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

What you need:

• Ability to safely operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
• Ability to verify materials against bills of material, pick lists, work orders, and shipping documentation.
• Working knowledge of warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material movement.
• Ability to safely use overhead cranes, lift-assist devices, and other material handling equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using power hand tools.
• Ability to prioritize work and support daily workflow activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to train and assist team members with warehouse processes and safety procedures.
• Ability to identify and resolve routine operational issues.
• Proficiency with SAP or other warehouse management systems preferred.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment through 5S and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to maintain all vendor platforms (E.I, Avetta and ISN).

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics experience required.
• Previous experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing environment required.
• Experience with ERP or similar inventory management systems preferred.
• Previous experience providing training, guidance, or support to team members preferred.
• Experience working with inventory transactions, shipping documentation, and material handling processes preferred.

Don't feel like you check all the boxes? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities.

Benefits

FE provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as:

• Hybrid remote work arrangements
• Generous paid time off & holidays
• Paid parental leave & on-site motherhood rooms
• On site café & complimentary beverage stations
• Indoor fitness facility & outdoor walking paths
• 401(k) with matching & service contributions
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• Fertility & adoption support
• Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Health & wellness programs

About Franklin Electric

Franklin Electric is a global leader in water and energy systems, committed to continuous improvement and innovation to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Our founders in 1944 named the company after America's pioneer electrical engineer, Benjamin Franklin, which lives on today in our culture to drive us to push boundaries and create meaningful change. We offer a comprehensive range of pumps, motors, drives, and controls for residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, and municipal applications. More than just a workplace, Franklin Electric is a vibrant and inclusive community of forward-thinkers, united by our mission to drive positive impact worldwide. Our culture fosters career growth and personal development, with a focus on promoting from within and nurturing talent. Our recent awards in "America's Most Responsible Companies", "Most Trusted Companies" by Newsweek, "America's Climate Leaders" and "Indiana's Best Places to Work" attest, we're dedicated to upholding the highest standards of corporate responsibility. At Franklin Electric, we believe that everyone deserves to be treated fairly and respectfully, and that our diversity of thought, culture and experience makes us a stronger company. Our commitment to social responsibility is evident in programs like the Franklin Women's Network and our philanthropic efforts through the Franklin Wells for the World Foundation. Through these endeavors, we've provided clean water to over 284,000 people in 12 countries, addressing the global water crisis head-on, Locally in our communities, the Franklin Electric Charitable and Educational Foundation (FECEF) supports causes close to our hearts, such as United Way, Boys & Girls Club, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our dedication to excellence extends beyond our products and services, shaping a brighter future for both our employees and the communities we serve. Join us in driving meaningful change and making a difference with Franklin Electric.