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SalaryTeam Lead
Who we are
Gildan is a leading apparel manufacturing company, with a diversified portfolio of brands, like renowned Gildan®, American Apparel®, Comfort Colors®, GOLDTOE®, and much more. With over three decades of developing manufacturing expertise, Gildan is now known as one of the world’s most efficient, ethical, and sustainable apparel manufacturers out there. Founded in Canada, Gildan now operates out of roughly 40 locations worldwide and sells its products in 60+ markets globally. With close to 44,000 employees, Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labor and environmental practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive Genuine Responsibility® program embedded in the Company's long-term business strategy. More about the company at gildancorp.com.
The opportunity
Interacts with supervisors to assist in the operational aspects of the DC workflow. Helps guide team mates on daily tasks while working with limited direct supervision. Handles cartons in accordance with business needs by performing pallet picks, case picks, pallet building and putting cases on the conveyor. May be required to operate all powered equipment within their area of responsibility.
The role
- Ensures predetermined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and production goals are met.
- Seeks ways to continuously improve processes and communicates/provides feedback to supervisors on a regular basis.
- Handles materials manually and with the aid of both non-powered (pallet jacks, hand trucks) and/or powered equipment (walkie, reach truck, 589 transloader, counterbalance).
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
What you bring to the role
Knowledge & Skills
- High School diploma or Technical Diploma preferred
- 1-3 years of experience preferred
Attributes
- Must be able to read SKU specification sheets
- VAS and queue monitoring experience preferred
- Demonstrated leadership skills required
- Prior warehouse experience preferred
- Basic Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience preferred (RedPrairie, etc.)
- Prior experience operating Radio Frequency (RF) equipment, i.e. scanners, etc.
- Strong verbal and written communication required
- Hearing is required in order to hear instructions, safety warnings, and equipment operations
- Vision is required in order to operate a RF keyboard and/or scanner, and to complete required data entry
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English language effectively
- Must be able to work in a team based environment
What’s in it for you?
- Join one of the world’s most sustainably managed companies, dual-listed (NYSE and TSX) and with a market capitalization of over USD $5 billion
- Connect with leaders to help take your career to new heights.
- Join a collaborative work culture centered around values of empowerment, entrepreneurial spirit, and responsibility.
- Benefit from mentorship and development opportunities.
- Take advantage and have access of our competitive benefits packages.
Come as you are:
Gildan recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a successful and dynamic work environment. As a an equal-opportunity employer, we value and embrace all the characteristics that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.50 - $21.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to work overtime when required
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person
