Warehouse Lead - Richmond International Airport (RICCG1)

Warehouse Lead

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

Why work for PrimeFlight?

• Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (*Benefits may vary based on eligibility)
• We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
• Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
• With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

Summary Overview

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for supervising and overseeing warehouse operations at the airport. This role involves managing a team of warehouse staff, including cargo handlers, stock clerks, and administrative personnel, to ensure the efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of goods. The Warehouse Lead will coordinate shipments, monitor inventory levels, and implement inventory control procedures to optimize warehouse efficiency. Additionally, this position requires conducting regular inspections of warehouse facilities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and resolving any issues related to inventory accuracy or cargo handling. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining the smooth operation of the airport's warehouse and cargo handling services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations: Manage tasks and workflows to ensure efficient handling of goods and materials
• Supervise and direct warehouse staff: Lead a team, assigning duties and monitoring performance for productivity and accuracy
• Coordinate with logistics for inbound and outbound shipments: Ensure smooth and timely processing of all shipments coming in and going out of the warehouse
• Implement inventory control measures: Monitor stock levels and ensure accuracy in inventory records
• Enforce safety and security protocols: Maintain a safe work environment and ensure adherence to security regulations
• Conduct quality checks on goods received and dispatched: Oversee inspection of items to ensure they meet required standards
• Train new warehouse employees: Provide training and guidance to new staff on warehouse procedures and best practices
• Resolve operational issues and bottlenecks: Address challenges promptly to minimize disruptions and maintain efficiency
• Prepare and submit reports on warehouse activities: Compile data on stock movements, staff performance, and other operational metrics
• Participate in inventory audits: Lead or assist in periodic checks to validate inventory accuracy
• Liaise with other departments to optimize warehouse functions: Work collaboratively to streamline operations and improve service delivery
• Manage the maintenance of warehouse equipment: Ensure all machinery and tools are in good working condition
• Develop and implement process improvements: Identify opportunities for operational enhancements and lead initiatives for change
• Handle administrative tasks related to warehouse management: Oversee paperwork, scheduling, and compliance with company policies
• Provide input on budget and resource allocation: Contribute to decision-making on expenditures and resource distribution within the warehouse
• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse management or supervisory roles
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and inventory control
• Familiarity with warehouse safety practices and regulations
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable).
• Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

Physical Activity/Working Conditions May Include:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
• May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands
• May need to push, pull
• May need to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
• May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
• May need to climb and work at elevated heights
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

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