<p>Description:</p> <p>The Warehouse Group Lead contributes to the success of the distribution center operations by assisting the Warehouse Manager in leading personnel and ensuring the efficient movement of product throughout the facility. This position monitors accurate and efficient practices while following SOPs and safety guidelines.</p> <p>Essential Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Plans, leads, and executes the handling, receiving, shipping, transporting, stacking, order filling and maintaining of records. </li><li>Takes responsibility for the assigned area(s) and leads the warehouse operation(s), while being an active hands-on member of the team. </li><li>Manages employees to ensure required tasks are completed efficiently on a daily basis. </li><li>Serves as the point of contact for employees when questions or concerns arise. </li><li>Leads by example, is proactive and encourages others in the pursuit of continuous improvement projects and performance excellence. </li><li>Ensures that housekeeping standards are being maintained and ensures a high standard of Health & Safety across the warehouse. </li><li>Identifies skill gaps and/or areas of potential training needs with individual employees and communicates observations to Manager. </li><li>Provides accuracy while working with inventory and paperwork utilizing Standard Operating Procedure controls as well as Current Good Manufacturing Practices. </li><li>Works with other departments to ensure exceptional customer service. </li><li>Maintains knowledge of entire warehouse functions and operations and assists as required. </li></ul>