Lead Warehouse - Watervliet, MI

About the role

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

"We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

Role Overview

A Lead Warehouse Representative is responsible for management of inventory, order processing, and safety including warehouse duties such as stocking and retrieving items, driving forklift, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment

A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role

• Provide support to drivers and warehouse personnel.
• Oversee the efficient operation of the yard, warehouse, and all vehicles.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, ensuring no product leaves or enters the warehouse without the necessary paperwork.
• Provide additional oversight to the maintenance of equipment.
• Determine storage location for products.
• Complete Hazardous Material shipping papers and train drivers and warehouse workers about transportation rules and regulations.
• Meet and complete all regulatory safety and training requirements.
• Ensure that all parts are in stock and maintain proper parts inventory.
• Organize and maintain safety training and records.
• Build influence across teams, advising on financial and operational matters while fostering clear communication to support organizational goals.

What You Bring to the Role

• 3+ years of experience and at least 18 years old
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Experience as a forklift driver (certification will be offered on the job)
• Expertise in operating material handling equipment including forklift, order picker, and pallet jack
• Proficient with computers utilizing Microsoft Windows, Windows applications
• High school diploma or equivalent

Your Digital & Technology Capabilities

• Comfort using warehouse management systems (WMS) or inventory tracking tools to maintain accurate records
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and digital platforms (e.g., Teams) for communication, reporting, and coordination
• Experience leveraging data (inventory levels, shipments, usage trends) to support decision making and improve efficiency
• Willingness to adopt new technologies, including automation tools and AI-assisted solutions (e.g., Copilot) to streamline workflows
• Familiarity with digital safety tracking, compliance systems, and electronic documentation for regulatory requirements

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You have excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to influence stakeholders
• You have strong leadership skills to effectively lead the warehouse team
• Handles complex and nuanced assignments that require advanced skills, independent judgment, and critical thinking to achieve successful outcomes.
• You have strong English oral and written communication skills

Compensation and Benefits

• The base compensation for this position ranges from $20.82 to $27.75 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.
• This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits.

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• Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

• Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer
• Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.
• Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people
• Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.
• Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce
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