Lead - Warehouse Operations

About Us

Freeman is a global leader in events. Whether virtual, in-person, or hybrid, Freeman is on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry's largest network of experts, Freeman's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 95-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

Summary

It is the responsibility of the Lead Warehouse Ops to assign work within the department and monitor until completion. Maintain communication with upper management as to work status. Observe standard operating procedures for consistent quality standards. Maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Professionaly interacts with customers, team members, and third-party vendor/partner relationships to provide the highest level of customer service.

Freeman is driven by purpose and our values, integrity, empathy, innovation, enthusiasm, performance excellence, and collaboration. Being part of the Freeman team, you join us in making moments that matter.

This position will support our Event & Exhibit Services team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show site based out of Nashville, TN.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee the pulling of stock items such as carpets and rental equipment to produce trade shows, conventions, and meetings

• Conduct department functions such as scheduling, training, and assigning work for Deco/Drape department team workers

• Monitor and enforce safety procedures

• Coordinate with Warehouse Manager to purchase bulk material and keep shop stocked for busy schedules.

• Properly track all materials used on jobs.

• Maintain a productive and safe environment for team workers

• Participate in training as appropriate to continuously upgrade skills

• Perform team worker training as necessary

• Communicate to supervisors and managers on daily activities and needs

• Contribute to the goal of current and accurate inventory control

• Maintain legible and accurate records or logs as required

• Monitor performance of team workers within the work group

• Manage workload planning

• Open and/or closes building as directed on any shift

• Monitor and communicate methods of operations and safety

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Flexibility to work weekends and during the week after hours for show coverage.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 3-5 years related experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Fork Lift Certification

Diversity Commitment

At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.