United States Cold Storage, Inc.
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WAREHOUSE LEAD
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United States Cold Storage, Inc.
USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.
Responsibilities
Serve as a visible leader within the Cold Crew, fostering strong relationships with staff and promoting our company culture.
Act as a key liaison between warehouse staff and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Maintain high standards of warehousing practices, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and inventory accuracy.
Enhance operational efficiency by leading, training, and mentoring Warehouse Associates, driving performance improvements.
Support assigned associates in meeting productivity goals while addressing any violations of safety or company policies.
Proactively troubleshoot warehouse challenges, collaborating with team members to find effective solutions.
Manage the truck dock operations, coordinating trailer movements and overseeing the flow of pallets in and out of storage areas.
Utilize our Warehouse Management System (WMS) to assign doors, direct tasks, and handle exceptions efficiently.
Serve as a primary contact for escalating issues and facilitating timely resolutions.
Assume supervisory responsibilities as needed to ensure team accountability and operational success.
Perform Warehouse Associate duties as required by business demands.
Qualifications
Education:
Preferred: high school diploma, GED, or earned the equivalent.
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience, with prior leadership experience preferred.
Other Abilities
Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
Lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.
Work in a temperature range from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise levels.
Lift overhead when required.
May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or standing, walking, using stairs, and lifting as needed to carry out everyday activities.
Stand and walk for extended periods.
Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
Attention to detail.
Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.
Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.
Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and or special events.
Operate a registered motor vehicle as part of daily tasks.
Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.
Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.
Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.
Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.
Benefits
401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.
Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.
Company Life Insurance.
A variety of additional benefits and perks.
United States Cold Storage, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
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WAREHOUSE LEAD
role at
United States Cold Storage, Inc.
USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.
Responsibilities
Serve as a visible leader within the Cold Crew, fostering strong relationships with staff and promoting our company culture.
Act as a key liaison between warehouse staff and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Maintain high standards of warehousing practices, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and inventory accuracy.
Enhance operational efficiency by leading, training, and mentoring Warehouse Associates, driving performance improvements.
Support assigned associates in meeting productivity goals while addressing any violations of safety or company policies.
Proactively troubleshoot warehouse challenges, collaborating with team members to find effective solutions.
Manage the truck dock operations, coordinating trailer movements and overseeing the flow of pallets in and out of storage areas.
Utilize our Warehouse Management System (WMS) to assign doors, direct tasks, and handle exceptions efficiently.
Serve as a primary contact for escalating issues and facilitating timely resolutions.
Assume supervisory responsibilities as needed to ensure team accountability and operational success.
Perform Warehouse Associate duties as required by business demands.
Qualifications
Education:
Preferred: high school diploma, GED, or earned the equivalent.
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience, with prior leadership experience preferred.
Other Abilities
Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
Lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.
Work in a temperature range from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise levels.
Lift overhead when required.
May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or standing, walking, using stairs, and lifting as needed to carry out everyday activities.
Stand and walk for extended periods.
Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
Attention to detail.
Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.
Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.
Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and or special events.
Operate a registered motor vehicle as part of daily tasks.
Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.
Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.
Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.
Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.
Benefits
401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.
Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.
Company Life Insurance.
A variety of additional benefits and perks.
United States Cold Storage, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
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