Team Lead Material Handler - 2nd Shift - copy

Team Lead Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Location: Onsite Casa Grande, AZ

Competitive Compensation: $28.50 per hour with shift differential pay increase at $1.50 per hour.

Shift: 3rd Shift: 10pm - 6:30am

Opportunity: Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? At Kohler Co., we believe in empowering our employees to make a difference. Join our manufacturing team and be part of a culture dedicated to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement within our Kohler, Casa Grande location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world.

We are seeking a Team Leader (Material Handler) for Kohler Co., you will be an ambassador of the Kohler brand and the Vikrell product line. In this role, you will be responsible for training all new Material Handler associates on the essential functions of the role. You will function as a role model in safely, responsibly, and efficiently performing the role, including loading & unloading trucks for shipment & receiving, determining loading patterns, keeping records of materials loaded and unloaded, taking inventories, and assisting in the removal of scrap. You will autonomously assign and perform housekeeping & 5S work throughout every shift and direct your team members to do the same. You will work 8-hour shifts for 5 days and work will include sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting. You will be an ideal candidate if you have a natural work ethic, sense of urgency and enjoy training and creating a highly functioning team.

Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities

• Properly, effectively, and enthusiastically train new Material Handler associates on all essential functions of the Material Handler role.
• Constantly and consistently coach and mentor less tenured Material Handlers.
• Conduct daily placement and direction of associates in the work area.
• Operate materials handling equipment, including a forklift.
• Ensure correctness (amount, type, etc.) of any material loaded and determine loading patterns.
• Notify the appropriate personnel, supervisor, and/or manager of any loading problems.
• Inspect material handling equipment and notify supervisor and/or manager of improper conditions.
• Assists in the removal of scrap as required.
• Prepare and ship LTL shipments.
• Clean and otherwise prepare vehicles for loading.
• Transport finished goods to and from designated areas, including offloading transfers properly.
• Placement of goods, including properly scanning product(s), into designated location.
• Perform bin-to-bin transactions.
• Visually inspect packaging for damage.
• Assist in off-loading, as necessary.
• Pull and stage parts for shipments.
• Strive to attain and maintaining established standards of productivity, quality, safety, and good housekeeping in your assigned area on every shift.
• Operate materials handling equipment according to plant safety rules and regulations.
• Exercise informal corrective discipline in a positive and coaching manner, as needed.
• Work in a safe and orderly manner and practice good 5S and housekeeping at all times.
• Relieve team members for lunch, personal periods, and absenteeism.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the nature of the job, as directed by the Supervisor or Management.
• Complete and maintain training on all applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies and procedures.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Health insurance with low premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as company-paid disability and life insurance starting Day 1.
• 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• Up to 12 paid holidays annually and up to 2 weeks paid vacation in your first year.
• Discounts on Kohler products.
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.

Ready to make a bold impact? Here's the qualifications we are looking for:

• Must be able to work in the US without restrictions or sponsorship.
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Team Leader, Trainer, or Supervisor with a strong work ethic and overall positive demeanor.
• Ability to work 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts while sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting.
• The flexibility to change shifts as the plant moves into future phases of production and operability.
• A positive, adaptable, hard-working, and patient mindset.
• A willingness to help with activities that may be outside of your job scope.
• Have previous experience in a warehouse operator/material handler role or a manufacturing or production line operator role.
• Have previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Have a natural ability to problem solve and continuously improve safety, quality, and productivity.

Additional Requirements:

• Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 50 pounds occasionally. Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
• Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures.