Logistics Lead

Directs and coordinates activities of scheduling incoming and outgoing freight; scheduling of production equipment and raw materials; and manage day to day activities of workers engaged in operating forklifts on all shifts to store and ship products by performing the following duties personally.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must self-motivated and be able to perform the following satisfactorily; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide leadership to personnel within the Team to identify opportunities to meet company objectives for creation of value, supply chain improvement and internal/external customer satisfaction.
• Ensure team members are properly trained, retrained, certified or recertified to ensure high quality and safe results
• Ensure all work instructions and processes are current and being followed within the department and update as needed
• Coordinate warehouse and transportation activities and executing transactions within SAP and according to IATF standards
• Prepare international shipping documents
• Manage material supply and storage to support Production
• Interact with all other departments to ensure Production, Quality, R&D, HR and Finance objectives are met with regards to warehouse and transportation
• Provide customer support as needed
• Lead 6S activities in Team to maintain consistent housekeeping and organization
• Coordinate continuous improvement exercises with Team and other dependent departments
• Manage operational escalations and relationships with third party warehouses
• Support Logistics Manager with the operational management of our logistics service providers
• Address all safety issues for equipment assigned to department
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

10+ years related experience and/or training; an AA or BS from an accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience with no less than five years of supervisory experience.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should MUST have knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP. Familiarity with document and data management software is a plus.

Certificates and Licenses:

No certifications needed, however, it is expected that internal forklift certifications for sit-down and stand-up lifts are required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises five or more employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, setting expectations, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.