Distribution Center Team Lead, 1st Shift | $28.00/hr

Warehouse Team Leader

We are looking for reliable, team players with a great work ethic, ready to deliver a quality product to our customers in a great workplace! Use your resume to tell us about your transferrable skills, interests, and experience. Apply today!

This is a FIRST SHIFT position, working Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm in Lithia Springs, Georgia.

Responsibilities:

• Follow all safety procedures.
• Responsible for driving and maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
• Working leader of a functional operations group (e.g. Shipping, Receiving, and Return Goods).
• Develop and execute the daily work schedule including assigning work, rotating employees as necessary and work prioritization.
• Ensures that products are received, shipped, counted, and handled according to work instructions, meeting all quality requirements. Participates in the Root Cause Corrective Action process when necessary.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing techniques to drive continuous improvement in all aspects of warehouse operations, including but not limited to safety, quality and productivity.
• Responsible for understanding and using the company inventory system as directed by management. Fills out appropriate documents to report shipping and receiving records.
• Ensure that all employees within area of responsibility are appropriately trained and/or cross-trained on job tasks and company/facility policies and procedures.
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining all equipment within area of responsibility, including notifying maintenance when assistance is required and performing or directing routine maintenance of equipment.
• Provide feedback to the Manager/Supervisor on employee performance and development opportunities.
• Assist Manager/Supervisor in managing employee attendance and scheduling employee time off.
• Other related duties as directed by management.
• Regular, predictable attendance is essential to teamwork, timely information exchange, and meeting productivity requirements.

Qualifications:

Skills/Competencies Required :

• Must be able to follow verbal and written multi-step directions for semi-complex tasks.
• Visual acuity and hand dexterity to package and assemble a variety of materials is required.
• For selected tasks, color and depth perception may be required.
• Ability to perform routine computer data entry and queries is required.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Requires the ability to read and follow job instructions, complete written forms, and effectively communicate with others.
• Ability to provide day-to-day floor leadership to a diverse work group.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solving and make informed decisions relating to area of responsibility.
• Computer proficiency, specifically Microsoft Excel, Word, AS400 and Outlook email.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of progressive experience working in a warehouse or distribution environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to frequently lift 10 lbs. up to 64 inches, occasionally lift up to 25 lbs for up to 64 inches, occasionally lift up to 50 lbs, lift and carry 42 lb bucket 10ft, push and pull up to 50 lbs of force at waist height. This capability will either be determined from a physical exam, or verifiable past performance.
• Must be able to continuously stand/walk and/or sit during a 9 - 10-hour shift, frequent squatting/crouching, reach, and bend. Frequently step up and down 12" step and manipulate hand controls of mechanical lift.

Work Environment:

• Hot/cold temperatures based on seasonal variations
• May be humidity, noise, odors, dust
• Safety precautions are a must to minimize potential exposure to mechanical hazards.

Compensation Disclosure:

The rate of pay for this position is $28.00/hour, which includes Team Lead differential of $1.50/hour. This represents a good faith disclosure of compensation, which is the fixed starting rate for this position.

IDEAL employees enjoy a wide range of valuable benefits including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Education Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• 401k with Company Match
• Cash Balance Pension Plan

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is proud to be one of Newsweek's Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We know when you honor relationships, success for all will follow.