Shipping Lead ( 1st Shift )

Description

• Responsible for work being performed based on business and departmental needs
• Facilitates LTL, FTL, and small parcel shipments to our customers
• Arranges shipments to and from customers, vendors, and intercompany
• Enters material information into the Inventory System (ERP)
• Ensures First In, First Out (FIFO) methodology is observed
• Performs monthly inventory counts and regular cycle counts
• Consults with department manager, press hall supervisor and Quality Assurance on defective raw material and FGI
• Maintains professional internal and external communications via phone, email, and in-person
• Assist in investigating root cause analysis & corrective actions for departmental needs
• Relocate excess raw material, FGI, WIP, and equipment for safe storage
• Responsible for complete & accurate information when signing for and receiving shipments
• Informs purchasing of any discrepancies before receiving into system
• Maintain a neat organized and safe warehouse environment for all employees
• Ensures material is staged and accessible for 2nd & 3rd shifts
• Understands and supports all policies, procedures, instructions, rules, and regulations (including safety) associated with the Warehouse Department.
• Must follow GMP guidelines as needed
• Carries out all Company safe operating, sanitation, and housekeeping rules & policies
• Must see that equipment, working area, and accessory equipment are kept clean & in good working order
• All duties assigned to maximize efficiency of warehouse
• Identify and help implement process improvements and increased efficiency opportunities
• Assists with tooling management
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager

Requirements

• Must be able to use a pallet jack, forklift, reach truck, and straight box truck (non-CDL)
• Must be able to pull/push pallets up to 2,000 lbs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint)
• Must be able to follow & comprehend oral, written, and/or visual instructions
• Capable of analyzing and exercising judgment in solving operational problems
• Mastery of a variety of Lean & Continuous Improvement initiatives would be a plus.