Warehouse Lead, Warehouse Operator 3 Location: Webster Forest Nursery- Olympia, WA

Salary: $3,811.00 - $4,410.00 Monthly

Responsibilities: Duties vary seasonally. The ideal candidate's organizational skills and effective communication allow them to pivot in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment. 

• Leads a team of warehouse operators and works closely with production staff in lifting, packing, and shipping operations.
  • Safely operates 3500-5000 lbs forklift daily to move inventory into and out of cold storage, including loading and unloading refrigerated trailers.
  • Maintains physical organization of cold storage facilities and reconciles physical seedling inventory using database software.
  • Plans and carries out timely order processing, considering biologically appropriate cold storage regimes. 
  • Interacts with nursery customers in a respectful manner. Provides answers and/or references to commonly asked questions about forest seedling care and handling.
• Assists in transplanting operations by organizing, handling, and delivering the appropriate inventory.
• Recruits, trains, and develops seasonal warehouse staff.
• Supports production staff and maintenance staff with cyclical nursery operations and facility upkeep.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to clearly communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Experience working in a warehouse and/or cold storage system that includes safe, routine operation of electric and/or propane forklifts.
• Basic computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, and working knowledge of databases.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.