Warehouse Lead
TruFoodMfg
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United States · Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Posted on Jul 24, 2025
Job Details
Pittsburgh, PA
Full Time
Description
Summary of Role:
The Warehouse Lead plays a critical role in overseeing the day-to-day warehouse operations at Tandem Foods, ensuring the smooth flow of materials, adherence to safety and food quality standards, and inventory accuracy. This position serves as a hands-on leader responsible for directing warehouse staff and executing daily priorities. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, the Warehouse Lead is instrumental in creating an efficient, organized, and team-focused environment. This role is based in a fast-paced manufacturing facility and requires both physical involvement and operational oversight. At Tandem Foods, we’re committed to excellence in food manufacturing and creating a workplace rooted in safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate daily warehouse activities, assigning tasks to team members.
- Operate forklifts and related equipment to move, stage, and load materials safely.
- Accurately process and document all inbound and outbound shipments.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in accordance with GMP, HACCP, and BRC standards.
- Ensure compliance with FIFO procedures or other inventory protocols as instructed.
- Conduct cycle counts and assist in resolving inventory variances using MRP or RF scanner systems.
- Promote safety by following all plant rules and encouraging safe behavior across the team.
- Oversee forklift inspections, charging, and maintenance schedules.
- Assist in onboarding and training new warehouse team members.
- Support cross-functional collaboration with production, quality, and logistics teams.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts for efficiency and workflow.
- Complete any additional duties as assigned by Warehouse Supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations and inventory control procedures.
- Proficient in using RF scanners and warehouse MRP systems.
- Ability to read and interpret pick tickets, production schedules, and inventory reports.
- Clear and effective communication skills; ability to lead by example.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable operating forklifts and pallet jacks in a high-traffic area.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills a plus.
- Familiarity with food safety regulations and manufacturing standards (GMP, HACCP, BRC).
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of warehouse leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a food manufacturing setting.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Forklift certification or extensive operating experience required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime or weekends as needed.
- Basic computer literacy and ability to learn internal systems.
- Must comply with all PPE and plant safety requirements.
- Commitment to supporting a safe, respectful, and high-performing work culture.
Tandem Foods is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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