Job Position: Warehouse / Material Handler Lead
Location: Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Pay Rate: $25.00/hr
Shift:
Description:
The Warehouse / Material Handler Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily movement, storage, and processing of inventory. While this is a "working lead"position—meaning you will operate equipment alongside your team—you are also the primary point of contact for workflow coordination, safety compliance, and training. You will ensure that all inbound and outbound shipments are processed accurately and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
1. Team Leadership & Coordination
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Lead a team of 5–15 material handlers to achieve daily shipping and receiving targets.
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Conduct "toolbox talks"or morning huddles to communicate daily goals and safety reminders.
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Monitor team performance and provide real-time coaching on technique and efficiency.
2. Inventory & Documentation
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Perform and oversee daily cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
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Ensure all transactions are accurately recorded in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) .
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Resolve discrepancies between physical stock and digital records.
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Maintain organized "5S"workstations to maximize floor space and pick speed.
3. Shipping & Receiving Oversight
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Coordinate the unloading of trailers and verify packing slips against physical goods.
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Quality-check outgoing shipments to ensure correct labeling and secure packaging.
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Schedule and check-in third-party freight carriers and small-parcel drivers.
4. Safety & Equipment Maintenance
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Serve as the primary safety officer on the floor; report all "near misses"and accidents immediately.
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Perform daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts, reach trucks, and electric pallet jacks.
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Ensure the warehouse remains compliant with OSHA regulations.
Required Qualifications
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Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years in warehouse operations, with at least 1 year in a senior or coordinator capacity.
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Licensing: Current or previous certification in Material Handling Equipment (MHE) like Forklifts (Sit-down/Stand-up), Reach Trucks, or Order Pickers.
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Tech Savvy: Proficiency in WMS software (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Manhattan) and handheld RF scanners.
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Physical Ability: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs consistently and spend the majority of the shift standing or walking.
Preferred Skills
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Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
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High school diploma or GED (Associates degree in Logistics is a plus).
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Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are often highly valued in this role.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Order Accuracy: Achieving a 99% or higher pick/pack accuracy rate.
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Dock-to-Stock Time: Reducing the time it takes to get received goods into a shippable location.
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Safety Incidents: Maintaining a zero-accident record for the shift.
