Receiving Lead at PGT Industries — Distribution Center - North Port, FL

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Coordinate daily receiving activities and prioritize workflow to meet operational needs.
• Assign daily tasks and provide work direction to Receiving team members.
• Monitor receiving accuracy, productivity, and inventory integrity.
• Verify inbound shipments, investigate discrepancies, and assist with issue resolution.
• Perform advanced receiving, material handling, and inventory transactions as needed.
• Train, coach, and mentor new and existing team members on receiving processes, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with warehouse procedures, inventory control practices, and company policies.
• Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and process improvement initiatives.
• Communicate operational issues and staffing needs to warehouse leadership.
• Promote a safe work environment by reinforcing safety expectations and identifying potential hazards.
• Assist leadership with scheduling workflow, labor allocation, and shift coverage.
• Serve as the point of contact for receiving-related questions during daily operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Equipment & Systems

• Stand-Up Forklift
• Sit-Down Counterbalance Forklift
• Combi Forklift
• Electric Pallet Jack
• Tugger (PIV)
• RF Scanner
• Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• AS400 (Advanced Transactions)
• RFID Systems

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of warehouse or receiving experience required.
• Previous experience leading or coordinating warehouse teams preferred.
• Strong knowledge of receiving, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

Certifications (Required)

• Tugger (PIV) Certification
• Stand-Up Forklift Certification
• Sit-Down Counterbalance Forklift Certification
• Combi Forklift Certification
• RFID Certification

Performance Expectations

• Ensure receiving operations are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and compliance with warehouse procedures.
• Meet or exceed department productivity and quality standards.
• Provide effective coaching, training, and daily direction to Receiving team members.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate leadership through consistent communication, professionalism, and support of company values.

What We Offer

Health & Wellness

• Three comprehensive medical plan options
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Wellness Clinic

Financial Protection

• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program