Outbound Team Lead

GRI Engineering & Development, LLC, a proud member of MAT Holdings, Inc., is expanding operations and opening a new distribution center in Shannon, Mississippi.

Founded in 1984, MAT Holdings is a privately held, global company with more than 14,000 employees across 12 countries. Our family of companies serves customers in the automotive, hardware, fencing, and power equipment industries through manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and sourcing operations around the world.

As we launch this new operation, we are seeking motivated individuals to join our growing warehouse team. Whether you are looking to start a new career or bring warehouse experience to a growing organization, we offer opportunities for training, advancement, and long-term career growth

We’re more than manufacturing, we’re MAT.

Benefits

• MAT Holdings Inc. and its subsidiaries offer a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacation, sick days, and paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan + Company Match
• Career Advancement Program, training and development
• Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary Life / AD&D , Employer Provided Life/AD&D
• and More
• Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary Life / AD&D , Employer Provided Life/AD&D and More

Job Description

Lead a department of 10-15 in daily communication meetings and issuing each team member their daily work load. Train, motivate and lead the department to meet all daily production and safety goals, while taking direction from shift supervisor. Take on accountability for all department operations, actions and results.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce Safety and Company policies
• Train and assist, order pickers, checkers and loaders as required
• Assist in development of department performance and productivity standards
• Hands on as needed based on workload and manpower
• Maintain and update start, hourly and end of shift reports 
• Attend all department and company meetings as required
• Assist shipping supervisor in directing workflow
• Provide input for employee evaluations
• Complete and/or coordinate department projects as assigned
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal skill
• Ability to communicate in English
• Judgement and decision making 
• Adept knowledge of RF Scanners/Systems
• Use of computers and associated software programs including Microsoft Office
• Ability to be certified to operate a Forklift (Order Picker, Sit-down or Walkie-Rider)
• Ability to understand the basic throughput of a Logistics Operation
• Ability to lead 10 or more people in a warehouse setting
• Shipping and/or Receiving experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience in Warehousing

Additional Information

MAT Holdings Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and have a zero-tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe work environment.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.