Warehouse Lead

Warehouse Lead AgentBecome a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.Our Mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!Job DescriptionThis section lists job-specific tasks and duties that are completed on a regular basis by the employee as noted in the Warehouse Operational Performance Standards. Click on the link to the performance standards to view more details for each task. Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all work activities relating to the in and out going freight flow of the teams within the departmentResponsible for stock control for the teams within the departmentReceive drivers, register where necessary and lead the loading/unloading processResponsible for the correct and timely OSD reports in the Expeditors' systemManaging and coaching the warehouse agents and warehouse agent seniorResponsible for the safe handling of the various internal modes of transport for the warehouse staffLeading the daily team huddles (briefing and debriefing) within your warehouse teamsMonthly 1 on 1s with the warehouse leads and Warehouse Agent & Agents SeniorAssist the Warehouse Supervisor, Manager with setting up development plans for the warehouse agents and warehouse agent seniors and assist with the development plans for warehouse agent seniorMid and end of year reviews with the Warehouse Agents & Warehouse Agent SeniorAttend and participate in warehouse leads meetingsAttend and participate in internal meetings (gateways, customer service departments)Maintain contact with internal departments via telephone and emailTrain the warehouse team; daily tasks and if necessary implement new global processesResponsible for the training of new hires based on the expeditors training schemeAdhere to security and compliance rules which have been set up by ExpeditorsProvide daily Warehouse Inventory checksGenerate all related paperwork and necessary information required for customer work orders, checks all orders for special requests and posts inventory recordsPerform accurate and timely data entry for receiving freight allocation, shipping and inventory managementMaintain damage records and backorder logsProvide warehouse staff with necessary documents and information needed to complete receiving, and to ship ordersMaintain strong relationships with vendors (trucking companies, and others)Compliance at all times to regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer policies / requirementsSupport the Supervisor in the following areas:Allocate workloads within team to ensure smooth operations during peak activity or staff absenceProactively communicate with the team to ensure continuous awareness and understanding of policies and regulationsBe continuously open and positive to implementing new system changes and enhancements with the teamOther tasks/duties as deemed appropriate by your management team.Responsible for accurate receiving, loading, storing and executing shipment orders. Knows and understands their responsibility in adherence to company culture and standards . Must be able to work the shift pattern as required by the branch. Execute updates in computer system via operational tools provided. Inbound Freight: Counts all products, take weight, compares to manifest and checks all shipments for damage, shortage, overage and any other discrepancies. Reports shortages, damages and/or discrepancies on appropriate forms. If assigned, must be a qualified forklift driver, unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to assigned storage locations. Storage: Maximizes space usage. Properly and safely puts away items onto the racks, locations and or ready rows using company system and scripts. Cargo handling: Ensures that the correct number and type of product are being handled. Transports orders to shipping locations or assigned doors with material handling equipment (forklift, squeeze, pallet jacket). Review markings, address on cargo and ensure correct reference labels are on the cargo. Outbound Freight: Compares quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct. Sign necessary documents to ensure record keeping along with the usage of system scripts. Efficiently moves product into outbound delivery vehicles. Facility / Equipment: Maintains equipment and ensures warehouse areas are neat, clean of debris and in an orderly fashion. Operates equipment safely and efficiently. Complies with all local, OSHA and Expeditors' standards. Inventory: Keeps accurate records and reports. Assists in physical inventories and cycle counts. May key inventory adjustments into company system. Customer Service: Professional communication both written and oral with internal teams and service providers. Other Duties : Repacks or re-boxes cases per customer instructions. Repairs and re-boxes damaged goods as required. Operates shrink-wrap machine, manual shrink-wrap, apply plastic and metal bands if assigned. Security: Ensure all necessary federal and company guidelines are completed for TSA and CCSF requirements. Will require to be detailed oriented, execute company procedures and policies.QualificationsA. Education - Minimum High school degree.B. Experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 6 months or more.C. Knowledge/ Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis. Must be able to use proper lifting techniques with weights up to 40lbs. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important. Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements. Must be able to shift priorities easily. Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.D. Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Fork-lift certification and Security Threat Assessment will be required upon successful employement.All your information will be kept confidentExpeditors offers excellent benefits:Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick TimeHealth Plan: MedicalLife InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTraining and Personnel Development ProgramGrowth opportunities within the companyEmployee Referral Program BonusAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyJob LocationI'm interested Privacy Notice