Shipping & Receiving Lead

The Shipping & Receiving Lead is responsible for supporting the Shipping Supervisor and assisting with managing and coordinating all activities related to the Shipping & Receiving Department, as well as providing leadership and direction for shipping staff.

Requirements

• Safe operation of forklift or other powered equipment in the loading, unloading, moving, stacking, and staging of product.
• Safe operation of box truck in the delivery of product to local customer.
• Inspect forklifts, trailers, commercial vehicles, and other equipment daily and report any maintenance issues to Shipping Supervisor.
• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Effectively store product in appropriate locations.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage by following audit procedures.
• Document and report any variances appropriately.
• Pull and prepare orders for shipment.
• Prepare & keep accurate paperwork to guarantee accurate inventory control.
• Lead and motivate team members in the assigned area to achieve department goals.
• Detects and reports defective materials, questionable conditions, or incorrect counts to the Shipping Supervisor.
• Train associates in proper procedures, packaging standards, inventory principles, etc.
• Ensure employees practice safe work habits and utilize appropriate and required PPE.
• Responsible for the 5S housekeeping system within assigned work areas – individually and within department.
• Works with other Team Leads and Supervisors to ensure on-time shipment of customer goods.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.