Warehouseperson, Lead

DB Schenker - Hillsboro, OR

Full-time - Mid Level

Hillsboro, OR

10,001+ employees

Warehousing and Storage

About the position

The Warehouseperson, Lead at DB Schenker is responsible for overseeing warehouse operations, including loading and unloading freight, inventory control, and acting as a liaison between the Warehouse Manager and warehouse staff. This role requires strong leadership skills to direct warehouse employees while ensuring safety and efficiency in the warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift and other material handling equipment (MHE) including sit down, reach truck, cherry picker, layer pick, etc.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound containers and sort according to size of freight and destination.
• Read, decode, and decipher freight coding in order to expedite freight movement and tracing process.
• Reconcile driver pickup and delivery manifests.
• Label, weigh, and dimensionalize freight.
• Perform cleanup activities in the work area to ensure safety and cleanliness of dock.
• Record damaged shipments and misrouted freight on applicable reports.
• Communicate work load needs and partner with Warehouse Supervisor.
• Determine daily tasks, workloads and coordinates staffing accordingly in conjunction with Warehouse Supervisor.
• Delegate warehouse tasks in assigned area in conjunction with Warehouse Supervisor.
• Identify system or process issues and communicate those to Warehouse Supervisor.
• Coordinate trucking transportation in and out of the warehouse.
• Maintain quality standards for warehouse storage and service including communication to internal and external customers.
• Maintain and ensure a safe working environment.
• Complete other duties or tasks as assigned.
• Provide training to other warehousepersons.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4-6 years of experience preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment such as a forklift and a computer.
• Strong organizational, inventory, and accounting skills.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance