Warehouse Lead - Yard Jockey (3RD SHIFT)

Warehouse Specialist – Transportation (Yard Jockey)

Third Shift, Monday - Friday 10PM Start Time

Pay Range Minimum $18.74/Hour Pay Range Maximum $25.30/Hour

The Warehouse Specialist – Transportation (Yard Jockey) is a key contributor to the success of our distribution operations, leveraging specialized skills and experience in areas such as receiving, production, inventory control, and administration. This role is responsible for coordinating and directing daily activities, training team members, and ensuring the completion of unique departmental tasks in support of the Transportation Team.

The Warehouse Specialist fosters a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, actively supporting Lean initiatives and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. With a broad understanding of multiple warehouse functions, this position adapts to shifting business needs and collaborates closely with Transportation supervisors, leads, and associates.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver, effective communicator, and dedicated to upholding core values. This role is essential for driving operational excellence and supporting the growth and development of the team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and direct daily warehouse operations, monitor production, and resolve operational issues – Allocate work at shift startup, oversee warehouse management systems and equipment, and reallocate resources to address barriers and ensure smooth workflow.
• Crosstrain in all departments and perform multiple distribution-related functions as needed – Maintain expertise in key areas such as receiving, production, inventory control, and administration to support flexible assignments and business requirements.
• Train and mentor team associates, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement – Provide hands-on training, encourage positive team spirit, and support Lean initiatives within the operation.
• Actively contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment – Lead by example in housekeeping, safety practices, and adherence to company values.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, leads, associates, and facility leadership – Lead shift startup meetings, share information related to immediate tasks, and escalate issues as needed to ensure operational success.

Education and Experience:

• Level of Formal Education: High School diploma or equivalent education preferred
• Minimum Years of Experience: 1
• Type of Experience: Distribution Center, Warehouse experience
• Technical Competencies & Information Systems: Basic computer skills, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Skills & Abilities:
• Basic ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, using the English language
• Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication
• Basic computer skills (accessing and navigating the internet; familiar with the keyboard; opening, closing and saving documents
• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds regularly, up to 150 pounds infrequently
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, and fine manipulation of equipment hands-on is ongoing
• Walking on uneven surfaces possible, though infrequently
• Ability to work a flexible schedule is a plus (start shift early and/or stay until the work is complete)
• Exhibit good job performance and behavior as measured through indicators such as teamwork, attendance, quality and productivity, etc.
• Personal Attributes & Other/Preferred:
• Ability to manage time efficiently
• Versatile learner
• Adaptability to change
• Enjoys a challenge

About The ODP Corporation: The ODP Corporation is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC and ODP Business Solutions, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! You will be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.