Warehouse Lead at MODERN DISPOSAL SERVICES.

Buffalo, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Warehouse Operations, Leadership, Baling Machine Operation, Forklift Operation, Safety Compliance, OSHA Standards, Inventory Management, Team Coordination, Material Handling, Preventative Maintenance, Workflow Management, Quality Control, Documentation, Training, Heavy Equipment Operation, Problem Solving

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

TITLE: WAREHOUSE LEAD REPORTS TO: SHIFT SUPERVISOR Direct Reports: N/A Position Summary The Warehouse Lead is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of warehouse processes while providing day-to-day leadership, guidance, and coordination to Warehouse Operators. The Lead performs operational duties daily, serves as point of contact for the warehouse team, and helps drive continuous improvement including supporting training and development. This role ensures productivity, quality, and safety standards are consistently met across all warehouse and baling operations. Essential Responsibilities * Provide day-to-day direction and support to Warehouse Operators * Follow and enforce all safety standards and company policies to ensure a safe working environment * Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment * Ensure compliance with housekeeping standards across the team * Safely operate large industrial baling machines to process recyclable materials * Safely operate fork trucks, pallet movers, and skid steer equipment * Load and unload trucks, ensuring proper dock safety and material handling * Ensure proper care and use of equipment within the warehouse, including preventative maintenance tasks assigned to operators and/or troubleshooting * Verify proper sorting, processing, and stacking of recyclable materials by grade or type * Track all reporting requested of warehouse activities and ensure documentation accuracy * Monitor team performance and provide feedback to improve efficiency and quality * Assist with training of new employees on equipment, safety procedures, and workflows * Coordinate workflow to ensure production goals and deadlines are met * Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding staffing, production, and operational concerns * Identify opportunities to improve processes, safety, and efficiency * Support implementation of operational improvements and best practices * Perform other duties as assigned by leadership Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities * High school diploma or GED preferred * 2+ years of warehouse, recycling, baler operation or other similar industrial experience preferred * Previous leadership or lead experience preferred * Strong understanding of safety practices and OSHA standards * Prior experience operating forklifts and heavy equipment required * Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment * Ability to stand, walk, climb, and lift at least fifty (50) pounds Modern Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing all applicants and employees the right to equal employment opportunities with regards to all aspects of the employment relationship. The Company will not engage in discriminatory practices against any applicant for employment or employee of the Company because of race, color, religion, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, genetic information, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, or any other legally protected class or status.

Responsibilities

The Warehouse Lead provides day-to-day leadership and coordination for warehouse operators to ensure safe and efficient operations. They are responsible for overseeing baling processes, equipment maintenance, and ensuring productivity and quality standards are met.