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Warehouse Lead, FT - Orlando, FL - $17.50

Scholastic

OperationsFull Time$17.50 / hour
Location
Lake Mary, FL
Posted
August 17, 2026

Job Description

Role overview

Immediate opening for a Warehouse Lead. This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with new-hire orientation and train associates on all Product Coordinator – Level I, II, and III functions.
  • Under the supervision of a warehouse supervisor or branch manager, direct a small team of associates in one or more functional areas of the facility (e.g., Case Production, Table Production, UPS, Fair Finishing, 2nd shift).
  • Assist the warehouse supervisor to train, coach, mentor, and motivate the warehouse team.
  • Serve as the designated branch trainer for all new processes and procedures.
  • Assist the warehouse supervisor in planning and presenting branch or departmental daily start-up meetings.
  • Serve as a subject-matter expert for Labor Data Collection and assist the warehouse supervisor to ensure associate Labor Data Cards are completed timely and accurately.
  • Assist the warehouse supervisor in planning and coordination of daily Wave production planning.
  • Lead Special Projects as needed.
  • Support the branch team by driving continuous process improvement for all warehouse functions.
  • Perform basic supervisory tasks (excluding formal performance management) in the temporary absence of the warehouse supervisor.
  • Monitor warehouse supplies and equipment and notify the warehouse supervisor or branch manager when supplies are low or reorders are necessary.
  • Ensure that all warehouse equipment and tools are properly utilized to increase productivity, efficiency, and safety; report any unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or injury (to self or co-worker) to your supervisor or manager immediately.
  • Utilize proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects, climbing ladders, and pushing/pulling display cases.
  • Accurately and timely complete Labor Data Collection Cards according to company standards.
  • May operate motorized pallet jacks upon successful completion of the SBF power equipment training program.
  • Maintain a courteous and positive relationship with all co-workers and customers.
  • Comply with the drug and alcohol-free policy.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.
  • Ability to demonstrate basic product scanner proficiency (i.e., ordering replenishment) effectively with minimal errors.
  • Strong team player and the ability to get along with co-workers.
  • Good verbal/written communication skills.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Ability to read documents in English, such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and direct other employees.
  • Forklift experience is a plus (If certified – must be at least 18 years of age).

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 50 lbs occasionally on a daily basis.
  • Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 30 lbs to a height of 70” occasionally on a daily basis.
  • Must be able to push wheeled cases, which may weigh in excess of 300 lbs, with an initial force of up to 50 lbs and a sustained force of up to 30 lbs.
  • Must be able to stand, reach above and below the shoulders, squat, bend, and kneel as necessary to perform the job.
  • Must be able to tolerate work in a non-air-conditioned environment.
  • Must be able to accurately follow specific instructions for multiple detailed assembly processes.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
  • The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Hourly Rate: $17.50 per hour

Logistics

  • Time Type: Full time
  • Job Type: Regular
  • Location: Orlando, FL