Receiving Department Lead

Description Receiving Department Lead - 1st Shift About Winholt Equipment For more than 80 years, Winholt Equipment has been a leader in the custom manufacturing of food handling and preparation equipment. Our success comes from skilled craftsmanship, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

The Receiving Department Lead is a hands-on working lead responsible for executing and coordinating daily inbound material activities. This role actively performs receiving, verification, put-away, and inventory transactions while guiding a small team to ensure accuracy, organization, and efficient material flow.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily team activities, assign daily work schedule, and train staff. Receive and verify inbound materials against purchase orders and packing slips Perform ERP transactions for receipts, transfers, and adjustments Execute material put-away and optimize storage locations Conduct cycle counts and resolve inventory discrepancies Manage off-site storage and material movements Work cross-functionally with Shipping to align labor and dock utilization Operate warehouse equipment including sit-down forklift, stand-up forklift, pallet jack.

Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workplace. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED equivalent required. 3–5 years of experience in receiving, warehouse, or material handling ERP system experience (Epicor preferred) Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Forklift experience. Valid driver’s license. Ability to work flexible hours and overtime. Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

Bilingual in Spanish a plus. Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Physical and Work Environment Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, squatting, and standing for extended periods of time. Ability to work in an environment with temperature variations.

KPIs Receiving accuracy Inventory accuracy Storage utilization efficiency What We Offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) with company match Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Paid Time Off Annual Bonus Program Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and sit; communicate in person and by phone Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled manufacturing environment Ability to wear required PPE such as eye protection and protective clothing Winholt Equipment Corp is an Equal Opportunity Employer.