Receiving Team Lead

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

Accountable for productive and efficient work area(s) including the direction of team members

The Build (Responsibilities)

• Provide assistance and direction to other associates ensuring productivity goals are met
• Ensure a positive work environment through clear and effective communication with others
• Monitor and control the level of work on the floor to meet the business needs
• Ensure all training is provided and completed (new associates, re-training, etc.)
• Implement efficient distribution center processes to reduce cost and lead time and to help meet/exceed distribution center productivity targets
• Allocate human resources to improve employee utilization and productivity
• Monitor and control associate productivity and quality performance including metrics updates on area boards
• Process system transactions for reporting and performance measurement
• Communicate distribution facility policies and procedures so that they are understood and adhered to by other distribution facility associates.
• Enforce all safe practices and safety guidelines including 5S in all areas of distribution. Be involved in accident investigations and resolutions to unsafe practices, behaviors, and work conditions.
• Report all maintenance related issues to maintenance department by following standard work order procedure
• Participate in business operations as needed that may fall outside of standard shift hours including weekends.
• Other duties as assigned

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent
• 2+ Years of Distribution (or relevant) experience
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to operate equipment including RF scanner
• Ability to provide a high level of direction and customer service under minimal supervision
• Ability to consistently lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to consistently move in a full-range of motion
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Experience with a WMS, SAP
• Experience in data and trend analysis, root cause problem solving
• Previous experience operating a standup forklift and/or pallet jack
• Associates degree in related field
• 1-2 years as a fill in or back up lead