Lead Warehouse Associate
Lead Warehouse Associate
Location: Manchester Branch | Schedule: Monday-Friday, | Compensation: $26.00–$28.00/hour
Position Overview
Homans Associates is a subsidiary of the largest independent HVAC/R distribution company in the world, Watsco, Inc. We proudly distribute the Mitsubishi and Bryant brands of HVAC equipment, as well as a full line of HVAC residential and commercial parts, supplies and accessories. We have locations throughout New England, New York, and New Jersey.
Join our dynamic team as a Lead Warehouse Associate and take on a key leadership role within our wholesale operations. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day warehouse activities, guide and support a team of Warehouse Associates, and ensure the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and efficiency are consistently met. This position offers the opportunity to grow your leadership skills and advance within a growing organization that values reliability and continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities of a Warehouse Lead:
- Team Leadership & Development - Lead, mentor, and support a team of Warehouse Associates, assigning tasks, monitoring productivity, and onboarding new team members while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Inventory Management & Operations - Oversee the receiving, binning, and shipping of orders using barcode/RFID scanning technology while managing purchase orders, transfers, and accurate product placement throughout the facility.
- Equipment & Warehouse Organization - Safely operate and monitor the use of material handling equipment, including forklifts, ensuring daily pre-trip inspections, proper safety protocols, and systematic storage operations are maintained.
- Quality Control & System Management - Process and oversee inventory through warehouse management systems, ensuring accurate picking, packing, and documentation while proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting - Partner with Store Associates, Sales Managers, and other departments while communicating daily operational updates and team performance to the Warehouse Manager, adhering to OSHA guidelines and company safety standards.
- Other duties as assigned.