Warehouse Lead
CLAYMONT, DEFull-timeSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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Job overview
The Warehouse Lead oversees daily operations at a cold storage facility, leading warehouse associates and coordinating workflow to process inventory and shipments accurately and on time. The role works the 7:00 AM–3:30 PM shift, with extended hours as needed, and supports a safe, organized, compliant workplace. It also serves as a liaison between warehouse staff and management and supports supply chain objectives and customer satisfaction.
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Full job description
Full Time
CLAYMONT, DE, US
About the Role:
The Warehouse Lead plays a critical role in overseeing daily warehouse operations in our cold storage facility, ensuring efficient, accurate and timely processing of inventory and shipments. This position leads a team of warehouse associates, coordinates workflow and maintains a safe, organized and compliant work environment. The Warehouse Lead serves as a key liaison between warehouse staff and management, facilitating communication, problem-solving and operational excellence.
This role operates on one shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM and associates must be prepared to work extended hours until the job is completed. The position enforces a strict No-Fault Attendance Policy and ensures all warehouse activities support overall supply chain objectives and customer satisfaction.
Minimum Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Minimum 3 years of warehouse operations experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role
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Basic knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory control procedures
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Ability to lift heavy objects and work in a physically demanding environment
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Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
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Associate degree or higher in logistics, supply chain management, or related field
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Experience with advanced WMS software and barcode scanning technology
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Forklift certification and experience operating warehouse equipment
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Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams, motivate employees, and maintain productivity during long shifts
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Familiarity with OSHA regulations, PPE compliance, and food safety standards
Key Responsibilities:
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Supervise and coordinate daily activities of warehouse staff to meet productivity, quality, and safety standards
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Plan labor and schedules to meet throughput goals while managing extended shifts and high-volume periods
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Ensure compliance with safety protocols, company policies, and regulatory requirements
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Enforce strict No-Fault Attendance Policy consistently across all shifts
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Train, mentor, and evaluate warehouse team members to promote professional development and performance improvement
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Collaborate with operations, logistics, procurement, and customer service teams to optimize warehouse efficiency and resolve issues
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Monitor inventory levels, quality control, and operational KPIs, using data to make staffing and scheduling decisions
Required Skills:
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to maintain team motivation and accountability during long shifts
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Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
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Organizational skills to manage staffing, labor planning, and workflow in a 24-hour operation
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Knowledge of OSHA, PPE, and warehouse safety standards
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Proficiency with WMS and inventory software for accurate tracking and reporting
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Physical stamina and attention to safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment
1st shift 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
How this job compares
Set against the 1,685 open Warehouse Operations jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$70–91K/yr305 salary ranges
- US median$22–25/hr655 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 1,685 open Warehouse Operations jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Warehouse Operations postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (893 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 661 of the 1,685 open Warehouse Operations jobs (39%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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