Senior Warehouse Prep Associate

Company Overview

Spring Mount Supply is a growing online retail business based in Phoenixville, PA. We sell a variety of goods through several online marketplaces. Our operation focuses on efficiency, quality, and data-driven decision making. The typical operation schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Position Summary

The Senior Warehouse Prep Associate is a hybrid role combining hands-on prep work with team coordination responsibilities. You’ll be a decision-maker focused on maximizing efficiency and throughput, with compensation directly tied to these metrics. Using your experience, you’ll guide the team through day-to-day prep operations, making real-time decisions about workflows, task allocation, and process optimization. The balance between hands-on work and coordination varies daily based on staffing levels and the product mix being processed, making this role ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and can seamlessly shift between executing work and optimizing how the team operates.

Key Responsibilities

Hands-On Prep Operations

  • Execute all standard prep functions at or above productivity targets
  • Handle complex or delicate prep requirements requiring extra attention
  • Process high-priority or time-sensitive inventory
  • Lead by example in demonstrating proper techniques and work pace
  • Maintain consistent quality standards across all prep work
  • Build and optimize pallets using strategic placement techniques

Team Coordination

  • Coordinate daily prep workflows to maximize team throughput
  • Guide team members on implementing “heavy-to-light” processing strategies
  • Identify and address bottlenecks in prep operations as they arise
  • Provide informal training and coaching to Prep Associates on techniques
  • Monitor team productivity and provide real-time feedback
  • Make operational decisions on many topics including workflow optimization, task allocation, and quality standards

Process Improvement & Quality

  • Implement efficiency improvements with decision authority on workflow changes
  • Test and validate new prep techniques or materials
  • Manage quality control inspections to ensure zero-defect shipments
  • Document best practices and successful process modifications
  • Contribute to achieving team efficiency goals that directly impact your compensation
  • Provide feedback to management on operational challenges and opportunities

Required Qualifications

  • 6+ months of Amazon FBA prep experience OR 1+ year of warehouse/fulfillment experience
  • Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed productivity targets consistently
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members
  • Ability to train others and provide constructive feedback
  • Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
  • Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs and stand for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous team lead or supervisory experience in warehouse/fulfillment
  • Experience with process improvement or lean manufacturing concepts
  • Proficiency with warehouse management systems or inventory tracking software
  • Track record of identifying and implementing efficiency improvements

Performance Incentives

This role includes performance-based compensation that may be tied to goals on:

  • Team-wide units per hour metrics
  • Quality scores (defect rates)
  • On-time shipment completion rates
  • Successful implementation of process improvements

What We Offer

  • Competitive base hourly wage + performance bonuses
  • Direct impact on business operations and growth trajectory
  • Small team environment with high visibility and autonomy
  • Exposure to data-driven operations and advanced inventory systems
  • Clear path for continued advancement as the business scales
  • Opportunity to shape operational processes and team culture

Schedule

  • Full-time: 40 hours/week.
  • Part-time: May vary based on availability, minimum 2 hours per shift. 

 

To apply, email your CV/Resume to: jobs@springmountsupply.com