Warehouse Lead

The primary purpose of the warehouse lead is to lead a small team in the accomplishment of the daily requirements of warehouse operations, ensuring all goals and objectives are satisfied.

What You Will Do:

• Performs and supervises, picking, receiving, and put away of replenishment, or repack.
• Assigns and leads daily work of staff members.
• Reviews, prioritizes, and organizes all outgoing orders and verifies order accuracy.
• Responsible for identifying areas of improvement and updating existing work procedures and practices.
• Ensures warehouse equipment is maintained and in proper working order.
• Maintains a high degree of visibility and access to employees on warehouse floor.
• Leads by example, trains, and motivates staff.
• Resolves warehouse-related issues with representatives from other department throughout the company.
• Coordinates with the area manager to address personnel issues and requests.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all warehouse operations and WMS functions.
• Maintains safety programs and all required safety training for assigned warehouse staff; complying with and implementing safety requirements and regulations
• Leads by example: trains, coaches and mentor's staff
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

Manages People: Yes

What We Are Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3-5 Years of warehouse experience
• 0-3 years of leadership experience
• Forklift Certification required – must be able to maintain a current certification on a standup high-reach, sit down forklift and transporters
• Able to multitask, organize, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills; with the ability to effectively communicate with employees throughout all levels of the organization
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced, and time-sensitive environment
• Can easily adapt to shifting priorities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Understanding of compliance and safety
• Fluent reading and writing skills
• Dependable
• Team oriented
• Proficient computer skills
• Quality conscious
• Ability to operate motor vehicles or other large power equipment
• Knowledge of vendor regulations
• Knowledge of warehouse best practices
• Leadership skills; can act as a mentor and coach to employees with the ability to motivate team members
• Strong commitment enforcing excellence and high company standards
• Problem solver
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• A strong work ethic and ability to perform labor intensive tasks
• Ability to understand the organizations needs and goals, and align self with overall organizational strategy

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Z-global processes
• Working knowledge of WHS (Hi Jump a plus)
• Multilingual a plus

Working Conditions

• Environment: Warehouse
• Extreme Exposures: Works in areas requiring exposure to varying temperatures, extreme heat or cold and damp or drafty conditions
• Schedule: Variable schedule; including nights and weekends – occasional overtime may be required
• Physical Requirements:
  • Heavy; Lifting up to 75 lbs: regularly lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs and occasionally move objects that weigh more than 100 lbs with a pallet jacket
  • Regularly required to reach with hands and arms
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; must be able to be on feet for majority of shift
  • Frequently grasps, turns, manipulate objects of varying size and weight that require fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
  • Occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance
  • Vision requirements include ability to perceive things closely, from a distance, peripherally, depth and ability to adjust and focus – reading and visually verifying information
• Travel Required: Yes – Limited; will be required to travel between multiple worksites based on volume and business needs

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What we offer:

The hourly range for this position is $21.62 - $25.10 per hour. The base hourly rate may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

Pl ease note that this is a fully on-site position based out of our warehouse facility. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion : Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration : We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility : We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and Adopt Me™. In addition to toys, offerings include virtual games, costumes, and pet products. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook

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