Warehouse Lead

Job Title: Warehouse LeadClassification: HourlyReports To: Logistics SupervisorDepartment: Material HandlingSchedule: Monday-Friday 6PM-4AM with alternating weekends

Summary of JobOversees material distribution operations along with hourly and temporary Material Handler employees to ensure timely distribution of materials between the production floor and inventory, loading and unloading of trucks and staging finished product in designated inventory location. General housekeeping and adherence to safety, quality and throughput in accordance with Pregis policies and procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Support, demonstrate and promote Pregis' core values: integrity, collaboration, customer focus and innovationAdhere to the highest standards of company safety programs, guidelines, rules and regulations and communicates to ensure all safety procedures are strictly adhered to by material handlersSafely drive a forklift to stage material, load trucks, unload trucks, and transfer material within the plant and within departmentsContributes to team effort by accomplishing tasks in a timely and efficient mannerAssists to maintain a well-organized, FIFO (first in, first out) controlled inventory by identifying and placing materials and supplies in stock locations as defined by management.Coordinate with Shipping Clerk and/or Logistics Supervisor to prepare finished stock for outbound shipment by identifying, inspecting, pulling, and staging product in correct locationCoordinate with Shipping Clerk and/or Logistics Supervisor on outbound responsibilities including the inspection, transporting, and loading of product to include sealing of trailers and proper staging of outbound loadsCoordinate with Receiving Clerk and/or Logistics Supervisor on inbound responsibilities to include ensuring the proper unloading, inspection, transporting, and put-away of product including the assignment of trucks to doorsBe a reliable member of the team, always identifying and professionally communicating ways to improve the work environmentResponsible for assisting with training material handler employees; planning, assigning, and directing work and communicating all complaints and problems to managementEnsure the production line has adequate supplies to operateSAP responsibilities, as a back up to the Logistics Supervisor and Shipping & Receiving Clerk for receiving of inbound loads and shipping of outbound loadsEnsure any maintenance or repair issues for the building facilities, vehicles, and equipment are addressed timely and communicated to the managementFocus on continuous improvement and assists the material handler employees with identifying and resolving process improvement areas

Experience moving trailers with yard dog (open to training)

Monitor material handler employees work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to quality standards, common practices and proceduresParticipate in ensuring the quality of inbound and outbound material is to standardAdhere to all PPE requirements per facility rules and regulationsPerform other duties and projects as assigned.

Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.Bilingual is a plusPromote positive teamwork culture.Ability to communicate with team effectively and respectfully and during shift transition.

Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.

Environment

Exposure to moving equipmentInside workHeat may exceed 90 degrees FahrenheitHumidity may exceed 80%Noise may exceed 85dB+Personal Protective Equipment required

Physical Characteristics

Frequent standing, stooping, sittingFrequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs.)Occasional typing/keyboarding

Position Type

Full timeShift work (specify hours/shift)Overtime expected per business demand

Education and Experience

3-5+ years of sit-down forklift experience3-5+ years of inventory control and process improvement experiencePrior SAP or similar ERP system knowledge3-5+ years MS Office experienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/InclusionWe offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC

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