Job Title: Warehouse Lead Department: Warehouse/Shipping
Reports To: Production Control Manager FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
Summary: Coordinates activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records on incoming and
outgoing shipments and preparing items for shipment by performing the following duties. Direct and
coordinate activities of shipping and receiving department. Responsible for shipping and receiving goals
and performing the following duties personally: including the Department Manager, Assistant Manager
and direction of the Human Resources staff. The work is directly related to the management or general
business operations of IPEX and primary duty includes the supervision of 2 or more employees on a
regular basis. Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records
on incoming and outgoing shipments, and preparing items for shipment by performing the following duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions
Must understand and follow ISO9001 system and IATF 16949 standards.
Reviews shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine
shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping
and receiving schedules.
oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness,
and condition of shipments. Following Procedures
Inspects material handling equipment for defects and notifies maintenance personnel or
contacts outside service facility for repair.
Directs the movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage, work areas,
and designated staging locations
Compiles records of the shipping requirements.
Negotiate shipping charges.
Prepares the bill of ladings for all shipments.
Properly issues written and oral instructions while doing so in a timely manner.
Properly relay information to upper management pertaining to your department.
Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates.
Responsible for warehouse layout to maximize the use of available space.
Responsible for incoming raw materials, including designating allotted space in the warehouse.
Responsible to keeping up with current raw material inventory
Responsible for keeping warehouse and outside dock clean and organized.
Maintains records of the shipment of products.
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
Follows policies and procedures.
Responsible for keeping work area clean and organized.
Perform monthly inventory
Supports the procurement function by monitoring raw material levels, advising and/or
issuing PO’s.
Must have regular and predictable attendance.
Observes safety and security procedures. Reports potentially unsafe acts or conditions.
Responsible for keeping work area clean and organized, referring to 5S.
Teamwork – balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to
others’; views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts
success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and
objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
Communication: Consult with others and encourage proactive communication within and across
work groups with diverse personalities tactfully, maturely and with flexibility.
Responsible for the management and observation of team members- job performance, work
progress, workload, work allocation, and attendance (absence and tardiness).
Responsible for improving team members skills and knowledge by training.
Planning: Think forward, anticipate issues and plan for contingencies.
Attention to Detail: Check the detail for getting quality right
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
Wear personal protective equipment on a regular basis.
Ability to perform effectively and efficiently under production and time pressures
Ability to follow directives and policies of the Company.
Support departmental goals of safety, quality and cost reduction.
Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of ISO9001 / IATF16949.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to assign and delegate tasks.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and/or Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two to five years
related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; Manufacturing
software; Order processing systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Physical Activities
Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods; walk; sit;
climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Physical Demands
Medium work that includes adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
Frequently exposed to machine shop equipment, moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical
shock, chemical lubricants and oils.
May be occasionally exposed to high, precarious places.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list 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.
To apply, please email your resume to Tasha Smith at tasha.smith@i-pex.com