JOB SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a Warehouse Lead at our chemical facility in Council Bluffs, IA to provide quality material handling to support operations and achieve growth. This full-time position will report to the Facility Manager and will occasionally require weekends, holidays and overtime.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in supervision of warehouse employees.
• Ensure all safety and position standard operating procedures are followed.
• Operate a lift truck to pick orders, load and unload products onto trailers, containers, flat beds and railcars.
• Utilize all material handling technology to maximize efficiency and maintain accurate inventory.
• Handle and prepare HAZMAT for shipment in accordance with federal, state and local requirements/ordinances.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to provide direction to team members in the facility.
• Must be safety-conscious, able to work under pressure, and meet changing deadlines.
• Good understanding of office procedures, and ensure completion of all required training.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills to ensure accurate counts and paperwork.
• Ability to operate technology equipment, including Radio Frequency (RF) Scanners to manage inventory.
• Previous knowledge or a desire to learn about the product being handled.
• Ability to follow instructions and follow through on assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to build a professional business relationship with customers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2 years of previous supervisory experience in a warehouse environment.
• Minimum 2 years of previous lift truck experience; loading and unloading trailers, containers, and railcars.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a warehouse environment.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for extended periods through hot and cold temperatures.
• Ability to repetitively twist or turn to drive in reverse; and stand, climb, kneel, stoop, and squat, as needed.
• Must be willing and able to safely lift to 60 pounds, and slide, push or pull cases weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms that are provided by the company.