Distribution Center Lead

Job Description

Lead DC Associate – 2nd Shift | White Cap

The Tone:
This is a full-time, on-site role at White Cap, located in California. White Cap is a company committed to “Building Trust on Every Job” by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, supporting the effort of building America. This role is crucial as it acts as the first line of assistance for associates, supporting management and ensuring smooth, safe distribution center operations. You will be a driving force behind the company’s commitment to excellence.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time, 2nd Shift (3pm-11:30pm, Mon-Fri)
• Location: In-person, California
• Pay: $23.50-$32.80 hourly
• Team: Supports management by acting as the first line of assistance for associates; may lead daily operations of a department or team, training and reviewing work of junior level associates.
• Mission: Empower efficient distribution center operations by guiding and training junior associates and troubleshooting complex issues, ensuring safety and compliance.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Associate Development: Coach and train lower-level distribution center associates on proper execution of duties, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate forklifts and other heavy machinery to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, picking, stocking, staging, and transportation of goods.
• Operational Execution: Perform specialized distribution center tasks, including receiving, processing returns, managing inventory, optimizing order layout, accurate data entry, and loading trucks considering cubic weight, size, and characteristics of the load.
• Safety Assurance: Conduct safety inspections, provide essential training for all team members, enforce safety policies, manage hazardous materials, and develop emergency evacuation plans to maintain a secure work environment.
• Problem Resolution: Troubleshoot complex support or operational problems for junior level associates, independently resolving issues and developing customized solutions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Technical certification or an associate degree may be required in some areas.
• Experience: Generally 7+ years of experience in distribution center operations, with a proven background in leading staff by example, handling supervisory duties, and strong training and coaching capabilities.
• Skills: Detailed knowledge of all distribution center roles, safe operation of forklifts and other machinery, data verification and entry into systems, coaching and training, and troubleshooting complex operational problems.
• Bonus: Forklift Certification, and availability to work the 2nd shift (3pm-11:30pm, Monday-Friday).