Warehouse Logistics Lead

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Leads materials management activities which include: ordering, receiving, labeling, data entry, and sampling of materials; warehouse and inventory control operations; tank farm management; processing shipments domestically and internationally; and general distribution. Ensures material availability, timely distribution and customer satisfaction. Provides day-to-day coordination and technical leadership to material handling staff. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Leads process of material management of processing materials and warehousing of finished goods. Supports material management and distribution policies, standards, and practices. Updates operational procedures and carries out activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments including paperwork, handling and disposition of materials, and performing necessary system transactions. Establishes outside warehousing for hazardous/non-hazardous and controlled substance materials as needed. 

• Prioritizes workloads, monitors and adjusts daily work schedules, and coordinates activities to ensure schedules are met. Provides guidance and supports training activities. 

• Inspects physical condition of warehouse and equipment to ensure cleanliness, organization and regulatory compliance. Arranges for repairs and maintenance of warehouse facilities. Ensures required safety equipment is available and functional. Initiates purchase orders for required supplies. 

• Keeps track of inventories, ensures material availability and verifies data transactions are accurate and timely. Supports physical inventories and cycle counts with Finance. Monitors FIFO flow. Maintains accurate receiving information and inventory in Ariba and SAP. Supports Kanban replenishment. Supports Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) activities including maintaining SAP inventory accuracy, ensuring timely and audit-ready transactions, and supporting reconciliations. 

• Supports warehousing of finished goods, order fulfillment, and shipment execution. Coordinates logistics and ensures compliance with customs and transportation regulations. Ensures records regarding material receipts and shipments are completed and maintained accurately. Supports FTZ compliance, audit readiness, and documentation in partnership with Global Trade Compliance. 

• Coordinates with relevant departments to align inventory levels, delivery timing, and resolve discrepancies. Supports customer service and documentation flow. 

• Provides input to departmental planning and budget awareness activities. 

• Prepares periodic reports on material status, operational metrics and regulatory activities. 

• Maintains certification as a shipping agent for hazardous materials. 

• Supports forklift training and certification activities. 

• Participates in process improvement teams, investigations, audits, and site initiatives. 

• Supports warehouse operations and fills in as a Material Handler when required. 

• Successfully completes regulatory and job training requirements. 

• Contributes to continuous improvement through suggestions and skill development. 

• Carries out duties in compliance with FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO and DEA regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment. 

• Supports environmental responsibilities in accordance with site Environmental Management System. 

• Performs duties with attention to quality, safety and environmental requirements. 

• Completes required RCRA training relevant to the role. 

• Available for non-traditional or flexible work hours to support operations. 

• Performs other duties as assigned by management. 

• Maintains a positive attitude and flexibility. 

Minimum Qualification 

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Technical or BS/BA degree preferred; two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Read, analyze, and interpret business, technical, and regulatory documents. 

• Write reports, business correspondence and procedures. 

• Effectively present information and respond to questions. 

• Solve practical problems and manage multiple priorities. 

Other Requirements 

• Forklift operating experience required. 

• Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs including MS Outlook. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while remaining flexible. 

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail. 

• Ability to perform under stress in critical situations. 

• Ability to work in a team environment. 

• Must be able to lift, push and pull 50 pounds and work at heights as required. 

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation,  external applicants please contact us via  https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers.  Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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