Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Team Lead

The Warehouse Team Lead will direct the workflow of the receiving team to ensure that receiving and shared put-away processes are completed timely and with the highest quality standards. The Warehouse Team Lead will also be responsible for providing supervisory oversight to team members in the receiving areas while also driving process improvements to departmental functions. As a high-volume technology manufacturer, Plug Power must remain vigilant to meet delivery commitments as well as maintain an effective flow of materials through the production cycle. The ideal candidate for this role is someone with a demonstrated track record of managing warehousing and materials functions within a high-volume production environment. This individual must be prepared to adapt to the changing needs of a fast-paced materials environment while coaching their team to success.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish standard work assignments for direct reports to support warehouse along with promoting 5S and safety objectives
• Establish goals for the team and work to continually improve metrics related to quality and throughput
• Sort and order inbound service part returns, and process returns to appropriate channels
• Support production build schedules by ensuring material is readily available for production needs
• Set a tone for work quality, accountability, and efficiency within the team; understand quality issues affecting processes and respond appropriately to decrease quality issues
• Cross-train team members in various receiving, put-away, and warehousing activities to increase job satisfaction and promote depth of talent
• Develop partnerships with production, planning, procurement and other internal team members; work to support mutual goals and add value to those functions
• Always adhere to safety standards, while enforcing safe work habits with all team members; this includes all OSHA regulations and facility safety guidelines
• Assist in performance management activities including preparation of performance evaluations, recognition efforts for strong performing team members, and assistance with disciplinary matters as necessary by partnering with supervisor and HR
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High school diploma required; associates or vocational degree preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant work experience within a warehouse/logistics function; preferably as part of a warehouse environment
• Supervisory experience with a successful track record of leading a team
• Strong leadership skills including daily communications with the team and with internal customers
• Excellent understanding of material movements, storage techniques, pick processes, and use of systems and databases to manage materials
• Computer and software systems skills as applicable to position including but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is a must; Avante experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Dynamic interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences and stakeholders at all levels
• Uncompromising dedication to quality
• Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail
• Excellent follow-through
• Must be driven and self-motivated

Plug Power, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.

Estimated Base Salary Range:

$23.50 - $34.00