Job Overview

Overview:
The Shipping Team Lead ensures that the right amount of materials, goods and products are stored in the right locations in order to adequately feed manufacturing operations.

This job is a 1st Shift: M-F 6am-2:30pm

Responsibilities:

• Assist in running an efficient warehouse operation which is able to fulfil operations needs and meet set targets
  
• Ensure the delivery of materials to production lines in accordance with production schedules
  
• Train new Warehouse staff as needed
  
• Ensure inventories in area of responsibility are accurate
  
• Ensure stock movements are recorded accurately
  
• Fill in as needed for any team member
  
• Ensure that any systems are accurate and up to date
  
• Identify any systems improvements and make recommendations for change
  
• Where possible resolve any issues or problems which occur in the warehouse. Where appropriate, elevate the issue to a more senior level
  
• Produce regular reports and statistics as and when required
  
• Review ways to reduce waste
  
• Assist in planning future capacity requirements
  
• Ensure a clean and tidy working environment to aid operational efficiency
  
• Excellent people skills
  
• Professional oral and written communications skills
  
• Two to four years related experience or equivalent in logistics and warehousing
  
• High school diploma or equivalent required
  
• Other duties as assigned

What your background should look like:

• An appropriate warehousing qualification would be advantageous
  
• Proven experience as a Warehouse Team Leader with experience of supervising and motivating a team
  
• Knowledge and understanding of lean techniques may be advantageous
  
• Fork Lift certification required
  

Competencies