Material Handler - Lead Trainer/Team Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Material Handler - Lead Trainer / Team Lead Opportunity:

Bledsoe is seeking a motivated and experienced Material Handler Lead Trainer / Team Lead to play a key role in developing and supporting our contractor workforce on the Micron campus. This position combines hands-on leadership with training and mentoring responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy coaching others while remaining actively involved in daily operations.

 

Warehouse Responsibilities:

 

· Load and unload inventory from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and production areas.

 

· Ensure all incoming deliveries matches the appropriate purchase order

 

· Store cargo in assigned locations using cargo boards and pallets.

 

· Manage inventory by identifying, cataloging, and recording the location of the inventory.

 

· Record the number of units handled and moved every day using production sheets.

Lead Trainer/Team Lead Responsibilities:

• Lead the onboarding and training of new contractors, ensuring they are set up for success from day one.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to help team members develop their skills and meet operational expectations.
• Monitor day-to-day activities and work alongside the team during the day shift, allowing for real-time support, guidance, and problem-solving.
• Promote a strong safety culture by partnering closely with Bledsoe's Safety Team to ensure compliance and best practices across all shifts.
• Assist in identifying and addressing performance concerns while recognizing opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key point of communication between contractors, operations, and support teams.

This is a working leadership position , offering the opportunity to make a direct impact on team performance, safety, and overall operational success.

 

Qualifications:

Leadership & Training Skills

 

• Team Leadership: Ability to coordinate, assign tasks, and monitor workflow for a team of material handlers 
• Mentoring & Coaching: Experience training new hires and ongoing staff on procedures, safety, and equipment use 
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional coordination 
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot workflow issues and resolve operational bottlenecks.
• Multi-tasking: Comfort working in fast-paced, high-volume environments 

 

Soft Skills & Attributes

 

• Organizational Skills: Managing schedules, training records, and compliance documentation 
• Physical Fitness: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform active warehouse work 

 

• Positive Attitude & Reliability: Willingness to work off shifts, travel, and adapt to changing demands 

 

• Lead Materials Handler / Team Lead: 3–5+ years warehouse experience, leadership coordination, inventory accuracy, safety enforcement, and equipment proficiency

 

In summary:  

The ideal candidate has a strong warehouse background, forklift certification, proven leadership/training experience, and the ability to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance while mentoring a team.

Core Technical & Operational Qualifications

 

Education:  

 

High school diploma or GED is standard; some roles prefer a college degree or relevant coursework in logistics, supply chain, or operations 

 

 

Experience:

· Minimum 2–6+ years in warehouse, distribution, or material handling operations 

 

· Direct supervisory or trainer experience preferred;

 

· Forklift certification (often OSHA-compliant) and hands-on experience with pallet jacks, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment 

 

· Understanding of receiving, storing, shipping, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy 

 

· Strong knowledge of OSHA and company safety standards, with a history of enforcing them 

 

Benefits:

· Medical

· Dental

· 401K

· Paid Time Off

· Tuition Assistance

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour

If you are a proactive leader with a passion for training, mentoring, and driving team success, this is an opportunity to grow your leadership experience while making a meaningful contribution to Bledsoe's operations.