1St Shift Distribution Center Team Lead

Are you ready to step into a leadership role where you can make a significant impact every day? We're looking for a proactive Team Lead to assist our Outbound Supervisor in orchestrating the daily tasks of our dedicated associates. This involves overseeing verifying, record keeping, allocation, and picking operations to ensure our outbound shipments meet our high standards and daily objectives.

Your Role:

• Collaborate closely with the Outbound Supervisor to coordinate the day-to-day activities of the team.
• Lead by example to ensure all outbound shipments align perfectly with business requirements and daily targets.

Who We Are Looking For:

• A dynamic leader passionate about guiding a team towards achieving operational excellence.
• Someone with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to upholding the highest standards in all outgoing shipments.

Join Us and Make a Difference: Step into a role where your leadership will directly influence the success and efficiency of our outbound operations. Apply today to become a vital part of our team, leading the way in delivering excellence.

Shift Hours: 7:30am - 4:00pm

POSITION SUMMARY

The individual in this position will support the Outbound Supervisor in coordinating the daily activities of associates involved in verifying, record keeping, allocation, and picking operations. Their primary responsibility will be to ensure that outgoing shipments align with the business requirements and meet the daily targets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to prioritize shipments, assign work, and determine appropriate shipping methods to meet schedules
• Assist in supervising outbound shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper condition of shipments
• Help determine space requirements and optimal positioning of shipments in trucks
• Inspect loading operations to ensure adherence to shipping specifications
• Inspect material handling equipment for any defects or issues
• Aid in directing the movement of shipments from the shipping area to the staging area
• Maintain records of unfilled orders
• Prepare bills of lading
• Support the training of new associates
• Collect and compile daily performance metrics for associates
• Operate forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment in a professional and safe manner
• Participate in a collaborative work environment utilizing effective communication and willingness to cross train to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development
• Comply with comprehensive safety protocols and participate in ongoing training to ensure a secure work environment and maintain a safety-conscious culture
• Follow all 5S principles and guidelines daily to optimize workflow, efficiency, and a clean work environment
• Undertakes additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, & Skills required)

• Preferred: High School Diploma or an equivalent qualification; 4 years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Material Handling Equipment Experience: Pallet Jack, Forklift, Hand Truck, Pallet Jack, Reach Truck, etc
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities
• Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Exhibits experience working collaboratively in a team environment
• Has the ability to read and interpret various documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Possesses effective verbal and written communication skills

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization