Warehouse Operations Lead (Pre-Dawn Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

Build a Career with Williams Distributing

Williams Distributing, a division of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., is seeking a dependable, safety-minded individual for our Warehouse Operations Lead - Pre-Dawn Shift position.

This position plays a critical role in supporting daily warehouse operations by coordinating inbound product flow, receiving activities, inventory organization, and warehouse readiness during early morning operations. The Warehouse Operations Lead works closely with warehouse personnel, inventory control, customer service teams, drivers, and management to help ensure products are received, organized, and available to support daily business needs.

This role focuses on operational execution, workflow coordination, process leadership, and supporting the successful movement of product throughout the facility. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working independently while helping drive efficient warehouse operations.

Why work with us?

• Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires.
• Training programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skills.
• Growth Opportunities - there are immense opportunities to grow your career. 
• Paid company-recognized holidays and paid time off benefits.
• You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Pre-Dawn Shift
• Typical start time: 2:00 AM
• End time varies based on workload and operational needs
• Overtime opportunities may be available based on business needs
• Reporting Location: HOWELL | Howell, MI 48843

What You'll Do

As a Warehouse Operations Lead, you will support warehouse operations through receiving coordination, inbound product management, inventory organization, workflow prioritization, and operational support activities. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, leadership through influence, and the ability to coordinate multiple activities in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and coordinate inbound product flow within assigned warehouse areas.
• Ensure all inbound product is properly received, organized, and prepared for inventory verification and processing.
• Communicate inbound product concerns, inventory issues, and warehouse organization needs to warehouse leadership and inventory control personnel.
• Monitor product movement and warehouse workflow to support efficient daily operations.
• Oversee and assist with receiving, product movement, order pulling, staging, and warehouse activities.
• Assist customers, Customer Service Representatives, drivers, and warehouse personnel as needed.
• Help coordinate warehouse priorities and operational needs during early morning operations.
• Support inventory accuracy through proper receiving, product handling, and warehouse organization practices.
• Assist with planning and preparation for upcoming receiving schedules and operational requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Promote safe warehouse practices and proper equipment usage.
• Support damage prevention initiatives through proper product handling and warehouse processes.
• Assist with training team members on warehouse procedures, product handling methods, and operational best practices.
• Communicate operational updates, workflow priorities, and process changes as needed.
• Serve as a resource for warehouse personnel regarding procedures, product flow, and operational priorities.
• Follow all company policies, warehouse procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Knowledge & Skill

• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and distribution processes.
• Ability to prioritize work and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify operational issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team-oriented environment.
• Working knowledge of inventory control and warehouse product flow processes.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and maintain a safe work environment.
• Strong customer service and internal support mindset.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing operational priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Experience

• Two (2) or more years of warehouse, logistics, distribution, or operational experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating warehouse workflows, receiving activities, inventory processes, or product movement preferred.
• Previous lead, coordinator, trainer, or operational support experience is beneficial.
• Experience within HVAC, wholesale distribution, warehouse, logistics, or related industries preferred.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment and working within inventory management processes preferred.

Physical Requirements/ Work Environment

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, climb, and perform physical warehouse activities.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment that is not climate controlled.

About Williams Distributing

Williams Distributing Co. and Shoemaker Inc., part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., are leading wholesale distributors serving Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Through our HVAC, Kitchen & Bath, Hearth, and Garage Door business segments, we support contractors, builders, dealers, designers, architects, and homeowners with industry-leading products, technical expertise, training, and customer service.

As part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., employees benefit from the support and opportunities of a global organization backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd., the world's largest HVAC manufacturer.

Whether your interests are in warehouse operations, logistics, transportation, inventory management, customer service, or leadership, Williams offers opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.