Warehouse Lead (3rd Shift)

The Warehouse Lead will assist Warehouse Supervisors with the day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring execution of activities in accordance with company procedures related to receiving of materials, picking for production orders, reducing inventory variances in the warehouse, and maintaining warehouse housekeeping. Must also be able to perform all duties of a Material Handler.

**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A 3RD SHIFT OPPORTUNITY (10 PM-6AM, SUN PM-FRI AM)

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Responsibilities

• As a Lead, direct team in daily assignments related to shipping and picking operations in support of production. Assist Supervisor and/or Manager as needed.
• Communicate assignments effectively to team members, directing them on daily activities (written and verbal).
• Work directly with employees to train, certify, and provide feedback.
• Maintain consistency in employee expectations across the shift to include tracking of errors, attendance, and adherence to company policies.
• Conduct employee meetings on a daily basis providing safety briefing, daily goals, and other information as needed.
• Work with Inventory Control team members to ensure proper procedures are followed for warehouse activities. Communicate with Supervisors in departments such as Safety, Shipping, Picking, and Inventory.
• Make sound decisions based on production and shipping needs.
• Ability to be First Responder on assigned shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• 4+ years in warehouse/distribution environment. Leadership experience required.
• Experience operating multiple types of material handling equipment (specifically sit-down fork trucks and reach trucks) in a manufacturing/warehouse environment, including having trained team members on this.
• Experience with RF scanners required; experience in WMS (SAP preferred).
• Must be able to read/write/speak English; bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Freudenberg Group is a privately held global organization headquartered in Germany. With a presence in 60 countries and a workforce exceeding 50,000 employees, the Freudenberg Group operates across 40 distinct market segments and generates annual sales of more than €11 billion. Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions (FHCS), also known as Freudenberg Household Products (FHP) in North America, is a company of the Freudenberg Group and consists of two business areas: the consumer business and the professional applications business. In both segments, we drive innovation for cleaning systems, household and laundry care products. In fiscal year 2024, we achieved sales of more than 1.3 billion euros. As part of a family-run group of companies with a history spanning over 175 years, at FHCS we develop products that make places cleaner – and life a little easier. We have a passion for cleaning that drives everything we do.

With our two business divisions, Consumer and Professional, we have a powerful brand portfolio. Since 1948, we have been expanding continuously and are now represented in 35 countries with the products of our nine brands. In the U.S., O-Cedar is our established consumer brand, while in Canada, it’s known as Vileda. Our professional product line is marketed under the Vileda Professional brand.

**Since 2003, O-Cedar has been part of our brand portfolio. In the US, our O-Cedar brand has been providing leading cleaning solutions for households for more than 115 years. As the number one brand for floor cleaning products, O-Cedar impresses with innovative bestsellers such as the EasyWring RinseClean Microfiber Spin Mop System and the PowerCorner PetPro Angle Broom. Our portfolio, tailored to the needs of US consumers, combines performance, hygiene, and convenience, making O-Cedar the fastest-growing brand in the US market.

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Our company culture is based on six core principles that shape our everyday work:

• Multicultural & International: Our teams are placed in over 30 countries. We bring diverse perspectives from around the globe and form an environment which fosters innovation & success.
• Caring & Belonging: Our organization is supportive, valuing and including everyone. We nurture this sense of belonging and care about each employee.
• Co-Creative & Collaborative: Collaboration is at the heart of our Culture. We believe in co-creating solutions by harn­essing the collective Creativity, Curiosity & Expertise of our team.
• Achieving & Impacting: Our achiever mindset propels us to overcome challenges and consistently reach new levels. Our actions and initiatives are driven by a desire to create positive, lasting impact.
• Open & Approachable: We foster open communication and appro­achability. Our leaders value transparency across the organization, encouraging the sharing of ideas freely.
• Acknowledging & Encouraging: We appreciate the unique strengths that everyone brings to our organization. We en­courage our employees to grow and achieve their personal and professional goals.

At Freudenberg, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. From competitive salaries and health insurance to professional development opportunities and work-life balance initiatives, we are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive work environment. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #LI-MN

We respectfully request that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters refrain from contacting us regarding this position.

You should be proficient in:

• Warehouse Experience
• Material Handler Experience