Stockroom Lead

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:  

Leadership & Team Management: 

• Lead, motivate, and support a team of Stockroom employees, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. 
• Provide daily direction, assign tasks, and ensure the team is aligned with priorities and goals. 
• Lead by example in maintaining professionalism, attitude, and strong work ethic. 

Inventory Management & Accuracy: 

• Oversee accurate tracking, organization, and storage of inventory, ensuring consistency in Stockroom procedures. 
• Manage cycle counts and conduct bin audits to ensure inventory accuracy, including resolving discrepancies as needed. 
• Oversee the picking, kitting, and issuing of materials to ensure timely and accurate material fulfillment. 
• Ensure proper labeling, placement, and handling of materials to optimize Stockroom space and workflow. 

Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency: 

• Collaborate with the Stockroom Supervisor to implement and refine Stockroom processes, focusing on continuous improvement, efficiency, and lean practices. 
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and help the team adopt best practices to reduce errors and increase efficiency. 

Other Duties as Assigned: Perform other tasks as directed by the Stockroom Lead and/or Supervisor to support operations. 

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: 

• 5+ years of experience working in a warehouse/manufacturing environment with at least 1 year in leadership or supervisory role. 
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team, fostering a positive work culture. 
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members and leadership. 
• Proven experience in leading material handling processes and managing material handling tasks. 
• Experience in inventory transactions and SAP/ERP/WMS. 
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills. 
• Intermediate math and computer skills to perform computer related transactions. 
• Forklift certification (stand-up and sit-down preferred). 
• Ability to read, write and understand English. 

EDUCATION:  

• High School Diploma or GED required. 
• Associate’s degree or Logistics/Supply Chain-related certification preferred. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT    

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Shop floor working environment   
• Noise level is moderate with intervals of spikes 
• Required to wear safety glasses, steel toes, hearing protection and utilize other safety equipment as required while present on the shop floor 

*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must lift and/or move up to 40 pounds alone, 70 lbs. with assistance.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.