Warehouse Lead

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Warehouse Lead

Location: Houston TX

Department: Warehouse Operations

Reports To: Warehouse & Logistics Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday Friday early morning start; overtime and weekends as needed

Role Summary

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for overseeing daily receiving operations ensuring safety and process standards are met and supporting the development of the warehouse team. This role coordinates inbound shipments maintains accurate records escalates issues and serves as a key link between warehouse operations and suppliers. The Warehouse Lead also partners closely with the Warehouse Manager to manage priorities team performance and continuous improvement.

Success in this role is measured by consistent compliance with safety standards zero recordable injuries on-time same-day receiving of trucks high palletizing First-Pass Yield (FPY) with low defect rates and reduced cabinet damages or incidents.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Leadership

Lead coach and supervise a team of Warehouse Clerks

Provide hands-on training and coaching to improve team skills and performance

Monitor team performance and ensure quality and productivity expectations are met

Conduct audits to maintain quality and safety standards.

Operational Oversight & Reporting

Serve as liaison with 3rd party carriers communicating truck delays escalating issues to the Warehouse Manager.

Manage and update the forecast for incoming trucks to support staffing and scheduling decisions.

Lead the team in unloading and receiving incoming trucks ensuring adherence to safety and process standards.

Print item lists from Dynamics CRM for all incoming homes

Mark cabinets after unload to expedite palletizing and assign slots for each home

Escalate damages DNRs and backorders promptly.

Accurately receive all homes in Dynamics CRM updating records with clear notes on backorders and damages.

Participate in supplier meetings to highlight and track defects on incoming trucks cabinets or service materials.

Collaborate daily with the Warehouse Manager to prioritize trucks manage time effectively and assign tasks during non-truck activity (slow time)

Delegate tasks to the receiving team and provide backup support for the Warehouse Service Clerk as needed.

Update operational metrics and monitor warehouse material supply levels communicating when reorders are required.

Warehouse Cleanliness & Safety

Maintain a clean organized and safe workspace in line with 5s standards

Ensure company safety policies and procedures are adhered to all times.

Identify and report safety concerns or hazards to management immediately.

Foster a safe efficient and team-oriented work environment.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Safety

o100% compliance with PPE and safe handling procedures.

oZero recordable injuries or OSHA violations.

oParticipation in monthly safety training.

Receiving

oPalletizing First-Pass Yield (FPY)

oEscaped Defect Rate for palletizing

oOn Time Receiving: unload and receive trucks same day

oCabinet Damage/Incidents per Month

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Prior warehouse logistics or construction material handling experience preferred.

Strong knowledge of receiving processes carrier communication and inventory management systems (Dynamics CRM experience a plus).

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Strong communication and collaboration abilities across internal teams suppliers and carriers.

Ability to coach mentor and develop team members.

Commitment to workplace safety and continuous process improvement.

Core Competencies

Integrity and honesty

Strong attention to detail

Sound judgment and time management

Teamwork and active listening

Proactive problem-solving mindset

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift carry push and pull up to 75 lbs regularly.

Extended periods of standing walking lifting and bending.

Frequent manual handling of boxes pallets and warehouse equipment.

Ability to work in indoor and semi-outdoor warehouse conditions.

EEO Statement

Builders Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Job Title: Warehouse LeadLocation: Houston TXDepartment: Warehouse OperationsReports To: Warehouse & Logistics ManagerFLSA Status: Non-ExemptJob Type: Full-TimeWork Schedule: Monday Friday early morning start; overtime and weekends as neededRole SummaryThe Warehouse Lead is responsible for overseei...