Warehouse Team Lead

Warehouse Lead

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for helping oversee daily warehouse operations within a less-lethal manufacturing environment, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, material handling, and warehouse personnel. This role ensures the safe, accurate, and timely movement of materials and finished goods while maintaining compliance with company policies, quality standards, and applicable regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse activities, including shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution of materials and finished products.
• Lead, train, and develop warehouse employees to ensure productivity, safety, and operational excellence.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Customer Service teams to support operational requirements.
• Ensure materials are properly stored, handled, and transported in accordance with company procedures and safety regulations.
• Monitor warehouse performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Investigate and resolve shipping discrepancies, inventory variances, and operational issues.
• Maintain warehouse organization, cleanliness, and compliance with 5S and safety standards.
• Coordinate carrier scheduling and shipping logistics to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and company regulations related to warehouse operations and less-lethal product handling.
• Operate and oversee the safe use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 35 years of warehouse, shipping, receiving, or logistics experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, defense, firearms, law enforcement equipment, or regulated industries preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, warehouse management systems (WMS), and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform warehouse duties for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team development
• Inventory management
• Shipping and receiving operations
• Safety compliance
• Attention to detail
• Process improvement
• Customer service focus
• Time management and prioritization

Why work at Safariland?

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

Eligible employees are offered:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Work life balance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.