Warehouse Shift Lead (3rd Shift)

Position Summary

The Warehouse Shift Lead is to be responsible for all warehouse shift functions including the shipping, receiving, and product put-away operations at Suja Life. Ensure proper data flow through the Suja Warehouse Management ERP system NetSuite and RF Smart by utilizing reporting functions to monitor, adjust, and/or complete transactions. They will also work closely with the Inventory, Procurement, and Logistics departments with scheduling and ensuring balanced, efficient day-to-day operation.  

Schedule

• 8:30 PM - 5:00 AM, Thursday-Monday

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of warehouse workers to achieve productivity goals. 
• Monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring accurate records and timely replenishment. 
• Coordinate and oversee the receiving, storage, and shipping of products. 
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed and maintain a clean and safe work environment. 
• Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance warehouse operations. 
• Generate and analyze reports on warehouse performance and inventory levels. 
• Use of Forklift as needed to support the team. 
• Communicates warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements. Ensures staff meets requirements. 
• Ensure compliance to prescribed QMS, GMPS, and SOP processes. 
• Ensures planned KPI’s efficiency and performance are met or exceeded. 
• Perform data entry to complete transactions in a timely manner.  
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions related to safety, equipment operation, and daily work assignments.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Other duties not listed here may be assigned by the supervisor/manager. 

Non-Essential Duties

• May perform similar and incidental duties as required. 

Job Qualifications

• Require 2+ years in warehouse environment.
• Require 2+ years forklift operating experience. 

Education

• Minimum of a High School diploma. 

Experience

• 2+ years warehouse/inventory management experience preferred. 
• Strong knowledge of inventory management processes and systems. 
• 2 + years forklift experience.

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of warehouse management, ERP processes, and systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify, and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within budget.

Language Skills

• English fluency mandatory, bi-lingual Spanish fluency preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional attitude in dealing with staff, coworkers, and supervision as well as directly with buyers/customers.

Other Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills and a professional attitude in dealing with staff, coworkers, and supervision as well as directly with buyers/customers.
• Ability to manage multiple supervisors and teams operating 3 shifts, 7 days a week.    
• Comfortable with Microsoft product i.e.: Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to adapt well to change direction and priority in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Familiar with the process of moving goods packed on pallets or in bins amongst the facilities.
• Experience with storage bays, racking systems, following inventory control, and FIFO procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others as a team mentality.
• Must be agile and quick to respond to changes and the needs of team members and/or the organization.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Self-motivated, personable, strong attention to detail and follow-up.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Ethical and compassionate.

Working Conditions 

• This role operates in a food manufacturing environment.
• Daily use of Microsoft product i.e.: Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
• Frequent standing, walking, and exposure to cold or wet areas are expected. 
• Must be able to work independently.  
• Must have a production/sense of urgency mindset. 
• Punctuality and consistency in job duties and standard procedures. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple facilities, material handling equipment, GMP’s, and a freezer/cold environment of down to -10F degrees. 

Physical Demands 

• Comfortable working in a refrigerated freezer/cold environment down to -10F degrees. 
• Must be able to stand, sit, bend and be able to lift 50lbs, push/pull up to 100lbs/continuous motion. 
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including lifting, grasping, and handling materials or equipment. 
• Must have sufficient hand-eye coordination and dexterity to operate warehouse tools, pallet jacks, and other equipment safely. 
• Capable of safely operating manual and electric pallet jacks, forklifts (if certified), and other warehouse machinery. 
• Ability to tolerate constant movement, exposure to varying temperatures, loud environments, and occasional vibration. 

Compensation and Benefits 

Come thrive at Suja Life! We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Pay rates starting at $21.50-$22.50 an hour
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• 401(k) match to help you plan for the future
• Paid time off: vacation, sick days & holidays
• Juice benefits: yes, we keep you fueled and refreshed!

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Suja Life is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations regarding pay.