Warehouse Lead/Yard Driver

Warehouse Lead/Yard Driver

Schedule: Sun-Thurs 10pm-6am

Compensation: $24.75 per hour + $2 per hour shift differential, paid quarterly if all requirements are met

Essential Functions

Assists Supervisor in coordinating workflow, recommending work assignments. Reviews orders, shipping or receiving notices to determine work sequences. Assigns job function to Team Members according to shipping and receiving schedules and operational demands. Assigns work and monitors productivity to ensure high standards of quality, accuracy, housekeeping, product damage minimization, safety and overall efficiency. Conducts team talks or start-up meetings in conjunction with Supervisors. Plans assignments, coordinates and monitors operations within the warehouse to ensure on-time deliveries are achieved, reducing irregularities and damage. Resolves issues that arise when orders are being picked, loaded or inbounded. Ensures safety in work processes and Team Member performance by supporting company and/or facility safety programs, by educating Team Members, and by ensuring a generally safe work environment. Communicates policies, safety regulations and SOPs to Team Members; follows-up to ensure compliance and consistency; assists in corrective action as necessary and documents the issue and actions taken. Ensures that facility is maintained clean and in an orderly fashion. Ensures that product damage is kept to a minimum. Coaches and counsels Team Members regarding job performance, methods of performing job tasks and safety. Investigates operational errors to determine the cause and recommend corrective action where needed. Confers with management personnel to establish and maintain inventory accuracy and quality control standards. Informs Supervisor of all operating issues and problems and makes recommendations for corrective action to ensure quality warehouse operations and customer service. Informs Supervisor of all performance issues and problems and makes recommendations for corrective action to ensure quality warehouse operations and customer service. Drives vehicles or operates machines or equipment to complete work assignments or to assist workers. Confers with management, supervisors and Team Members to gain knowledge of work situations requiring training and to better understand changes in policies, procedures, regulations, business initiatives and technologies. Conducts group and/or one-on-one training sessions, as needed, on topics such as company culture and expectations, job functions and safety guidelines. Makes suggestions on improving work procedures, building efficiency, customer service levels, work conditions, quality of product and minimizing expenses. Reliable attendance for scheduled shifts. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards. Performs all other duties as assigned or needed

Position Qualifications

Attendance - Ability to work required schedule and arrive at work on time. Ability and willingness to work the voluntary/mandatory overtime that is required during all busy seasons. Communication - Ability to effectively communicate (in writing and verbally) in a courteous and professional manner with others. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instruction. Mathematics- Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage. Language Ability to identify and compare letters and numbers. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of Team Members or customers of the Company. Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type. Relationship Building - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, co-workers and management. Productivity - Ability to maintain a level of production that meets or exceeds the established guidelines. Ability to work independently without interruptions. Paperwork - Completion - Ability to complete necessary paperwork neatly and accurately and according to established guidelines. Properly count, document or scan the number of units as needed by the function that is being performed. Paperwork - Verification - Ability to verify paperwork necessary to ensure customer is receiving correct product. Ability to inspect condition of product received and product going out to ensure quality. Ability to complete evaluations on progress of Team Members. Organized Ability to follow a systematic method of performing a task. Ability to direct other and delegate tasks. Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace. Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

Skills & Abilities

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Experience: One (1) year related experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment preferred. Computer Skills: Basic computer skills; SAP knowledge. Certificates & Licenses: Forklift Certification preferred.

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