Assistant Warehouse Manager

About us:We are the growing leader in the furniture delivery industry. With multiple locations throughout the country, our goal is simple: To provide our clients and customers a 5 Star Delivery Experience.We are proud of our experienced, dedicated, and professional staff and as our rapid company growth continues we require that we constantly add motivated, enthusiastic individuals committed to providing the same exceptional customer service that is the hallmark of our success.Our mission is to ensure memories are delivered one piece of furniture at a time, on time, every time. We are looking for individuals experienced in logistics and transportation to add to our team who will contribute to achieving our mission.Job Summary:The Assistant Warehouse Manager serves as warehouse labor support for the warehouse. Responsible for coordinating warehouse labor activity to assure high levels of warehouse labor production and quality of work. Oversees and provides training to warehouse associates following Metropolitan's set standards and quality guidelines for loading, unloading, packaging and scan discipline. Assigns tasks and aids Warehouse Manager with all shipping and receiving responsibilities.Key Responsibilities:Responsible for coordinating warehouse labor activities to assure high levels of productionProvides training to all new warehouse associates to Metropolitan's standards and quality guidelinesAccurately checks and assures all labeling is correctResponsible for following all paperwork processes through completionMaintains accurate warehouse inventory checking and bringing any older orders or items to the attention of the Warehouse or Hub ManagerAssures all warehouse associates are following scan discipline and guidelines (no movement of any items within the warehouse without a scan)Provides quality control and training to all warehouse associates for repackaging of items following Metropolitan's set standards to assure products are packaged in a manner that will assure no damage to the item will occur while in Metropolitan's possessionAbility to follow directions and complete all tasks assigned by the Warehouse or Hub ManagerSafely operates all equipment such as forklift, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc.Follows start of day and end of day tasksAssists Warehouse manager with day-to-day warehouse operationsAssumes Warehouse Manager's responsibilities when the warehouse manager is absentAssists Warehouse and Hub Manager with day-to-day tasks as neededAll other duties as assignedRequirements:High school diploma or equivalent1 year minimum of previous warehouse supervisory/lead experience desiredExperience working with furniture preferredAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work with heavy furnitureReliable attendanceAttention to detailOrganized and detailed record keepingPrevious Forklift Certification/Experience is a plusPhysical Requirements:Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds regularly and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds with assistanceStanding and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workdayPushing and Pulling: Ability to push and pull wheeled carts or pallet jacks loaded with merchandiseBending, Stooping, and Reaching: Ability to bend, stoop, and reach overhead frequentlyPhysical Stamina: Demonstrate physical stamina and endurance to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environmentManual Dexterity: Ability to handle and manipulate small parts or delicate items with precisionFlexibility to work extended hours or weekends when necessary to address urgent operational needs