Logistics Lead
On-site · McAllen, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Oversee both inbound and outbound shipping operations in a fast-paced refrigerated produce warehouse, lead dock staff and coordinate logistics to ensure accurate order fulfillment, temperature-controlled loading, and on-time shipment; train and mentor team members on safety, efficiency, and procedures; monitor food safety and quality standards (HACCP, GMP, cold chain); manage temporary staff, ensure proper labeling, recaps, and documentation; utilize WMS and RF scanners, activate sortation systems, and maintain recap documentation in internal systems; address bottlenecks, production issues, and continuous process improvements, while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards; requires leadership experience, detail-oriented problem solving, and strong collaboration across teams to sustain efficient warehouse operations.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- 2-3+ years of warehouse shipping/logistics experience (produce preferred)
- Previous leadership or team lead experience strongly preferred
- Experience with WMS systems and RF scanners
- Power industrial equipment (electric pallet jack, forklift, etc.) certification (or ability to obtain)
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in refrigerated environments (34–40°F)
- Flexibility for early mornings, nights, weekends, peak seasons, and holidays
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a Plus
- Knowledge of produce quality standards and grading
- Experience with cross-docking and high-volume distribution
- Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data tracking, reporting, and operational support
- Mathematical and numerical skills, including data interpretation and accurate calculations
- Sharp analytical abilities with high-level critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated sense of urgency and proactive approach to resolving operational issues
- Solid understanding of GMP
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and quality
- Energetic and flexible team player with a positive, can-do attitude
- High level of initiative; thrives in both independent and team-based settings
- Communicates effectively and establishes strong channels of communication with all relevant stakeholders
- Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and rotating or varying shifts as business needs demand
- This position requires constant work in a refrigerated environment with an average temperature of 41°F
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