Warehouse Lead

Warehouse Lead

Location: Columbus, OH
Department: 3226
Shift: 1st (Monday Friday, 5:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m.)
Employment Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Overview

Williams?Sonoma, Inc. is a people?first organization recognized for sustainability, inclusive employment, and customer service. We operate an agile distribution network across the U.S. and internationally.

• Over 4,000 full?time associates in the supply chain.
• 14.5?M square feet of small?parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space.
• Large package / furniture distribution centers in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, New Jersey, and standalone final?mile hubs.
• Small?package e?commerce centers in Mississippi and Arizona.
• U.S. manufacturing facilities in North Carolina and Mississippi.
• Transportation department covering ocean, air, trucking, and rail.
• 700 associates in sourcing offices abroad.

Responsibilities

• Train, direct, and lead a warehouse team to meet operational objectives.
• Co?operate with internal and external partners and customers.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment through audits and safety communication.
• Track productivity, coordinate assignments, and prioritize workflow via floor presence.
• Lead daily startup meetings, communicate goals, and share best practices.
• Provide feedback on productivity and quality to teammates and manager.
• Assist manager with planning and implementing departmental standards.
• Operate material?handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure the work area meets OSHA requirements daily.
• Apply Williams?Sonomas Mission, Vision, and Values to all daily activities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High?school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1?year of experience in distribution, manufacturing, or retail (or 5?years of progressive experience).
• Onsite in?office role.
• Excellent attendance and teamwork.
• At least 6?months forklift driving experience.
• 12?months experience with warehouse management systems.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong decision?making, time?management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, collaborate, and research.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel as required.

Preferred

• Bilingual English / Spanish.

Physical Requirements

• Continuous physical exertion: walking, bending, lifting, standing, climbing.
• Must lift 65?lb minimum.
• Extended computer use required.

Benefits

• Generous discount on all Williams?Sonoma products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment options.
• Paid vacations, volunteer time off, matching gifts, and holiday pay.
• Health, dental, vision, same?sex partner benefits, legal and identity protection, pet insurance.
• More info on benefits: MyWSIBenefits.com.