Warehouse Material Lead

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Warehouse Material Lead to oversee daily dock operations and lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on “player-coach” role where you’ll drive accuracy, efficiency, and safety while managing the flow of inbound materials and outbound shipments.

Key Responsibilities

• Dock Operations: Oversee all inbound and outbound shipments
• Inventory Accuracy: Verify materials against Packing Slips, Purchase Orders (POs), and Bills of Lading (BOLs)
• Team Leadership: Train and lead material handlers and forklift operators on safety, processes, and systems
• Shipping Compliance: Ensure all outbound freight meets customer routing and carrier requirements
• Carrier Coordination: Communicate with drivers and dispatchers; resolve shipping issues (damaged freight, shortages, missed pickups)
• Equipment & Facility Maintenance: Ensure docks, forklifts, and equipment are safe and operational; coordinate preventive maintenance
• Scrap Management: Coordinate vendor pickups and manage scrap removal processes
• Support additional operational needs as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• 3–5 years in warehouse/dock operations
• 1–2 years in a lead or senior-level role

Technical Skills

• Experience with:
• • Forklifts (Sit-down, Reach), Pallet Jacks, Scissor Lifts
  • ERP/MRP systems and shipping portals (FedEx, UPS)
• Strong knowledge of:
• • Bills of Lading, Packing Lists, Commercial Invoices
  • Inventory control and dock processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong understanding of 5S / lean warehouse practices

Preferred Experience

• Lean Manufacturing environment
• Kitting / Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery to production
• Experience working with freight brokers and securing spot rates

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Standing/walking for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, and reaching required
• Manufacturing/shop environment (temperature variations)
• Exposure to noise; PPE required
• Must wear safety gear (steel-toe boots, safety glasses, etc.)

Why Join Us?

• Leadership opportunity in a high-impact, fast-paced environment
• Competitive hourly pay + overtime potential
• Opportunity to drive efficiency and improve operations
• Be part of a team focused on performance, safety, and continuous improvement

Apply Today

If you’re a hands-on warehouse leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values accuracy, teamwork, and safety—we want to hear from you.

Our goal at AcroBlue, an affiliate of Acro Service Corporation, is to provide a positive work environment for all our associates. We achieve this by developing and maintaining a cooperative working relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. Our success comes from the free exchange of ideas, creative management, the identity of problem areas, and seeking quick and equitable resolutions. AcroBlue believes these traits are essential in succeeding as a preferred employer and provider of workforce solutions.

Company Description

Our goal at AcroBlue, an affiliate of Acro Service Corporation, is to provide a positive work environment for all our associates. We achieve this by developing and maintaining a cooperative working relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. Our success comes from the free exchange of ideas, creative management, the identity of problem areas, and seeking quick and equitable resolutions. AcroBlue believes these traits are essential in succeeding as a preferred employer and provider of workforce solutions.