Warehouse Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Lead Job Description

The Warehouse Lead oversees day-to-day warehouse operations while providing hands-on leadership to a team of warehouse associates and drivers. This role ensures orders are accurately pulled, shipments are received and processed correctly, delivery routes are coordinated efficiently, and overall warehouse activities run smoothly. The position requires a leader who can effectively delegate tasks, monitor productivity, and maintain a safe, organized environment, while also stepping in to perform warehouse duties when needed.

• Supervise daily warehouse operations, including order pulling, receiving, shipping, and inventory movement.
• Coordinate and organize delivery routes for drivers to ensure timely and efficient deliveries.
• Oversee all receiving activities and verify that products are accurately checked, documented, and processed.
• Manage workflow across the warehouse and delegate responsibilities to warehouse staff based on operational needs.
• Lead and support a team of approximately three Warehouse Associates and two Drivers, providing guidance and direction.
• Monitor team productivity and implement practices that improve operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean warehouse environment in accordance with company standards and best practices.
• Assist with hands-on warehouse duties, such as pulling orders, loading and unloading, and inventory tasks, as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team members, customers, and leadership to ensure clear expectations and smooth operations.
• Support customer service and logistics activities by ensuring orders and deliveries meet quality and timing requirements.

• 2–3 years of warehouse supervisory or management experience.
• Previous warehouse experience in operations such as shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
• Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Experience using the Step One software program or similar inventory management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and email communication.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct, motivate, and support a warehouse team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing orders, inventory, and workflows.
• Effective problem-solving skills to address operational issues and improve processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Physical capability to assist with warehouse operations, including lifting, moving, and handling products.
• Ability to coordinate logistics and delivery routes for box truck driving operations.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with team members, customers, and internal stakeholders.

• Experience with pricing and product management is preferred.
• Background in logistics and distribution environments.
• Customer service experience in a warehouse or shipping context.
• Familiarity with janitorial, cleaning, or facility maintenance products is a plus.

The organization is a long-standing, veteran-owned manufacturer and distributor of high-quality janitorial, cleaning, and facility maintenance products, with over 40 years of industry experience. Team members support a diverse customer base that includes schools, hospitals, government agencies, commercial buildings, and service contractors, contributing to cleaner, safer, and more efficient facilities across the region. With a catalog of more than 200 products and over 3,000 customers, the company emphasizes reliable service, consistent product quality, and long-term value. Employees can take pride in working for a mission-driven organization that values responsiveness, trust, and the long-term relationships it builds with its customers.

The role is based in a warehouse environment focused on the storage, handling, and distribution of janitorial, cleaning, and facility maintenance products. Work is performed on-site, with regular interaction with warehouse associates, drivers, and other team members. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, providing a consistent daytime work pattern. The environment involves active, hands-on work, including moving inventory, coordinating shipments, and supporting delivery operations, with an emphasis on maintaining a safe, organized, and clean facility.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.