Warehouse Lead- DC 3rd Shift

OVERVIEW:

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for leading warehouse material handling operations to include daily job assignments. Warehouse Lead of 6T responsibilities include coordinating inbound truck unloading, product palletization, over-bag operations and outbound truck loading (customer shipments and internal movements) assignments. The lead will work in cooperation with the 6T Logistics Coordinator’s to ensure proper execution of special instructions and other customer requirements are followed. The warehouse lead will also ensure material handlers follow safe work practices and conduct housekeeping responsibilities and assignments.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely manage warehouses ensuring all warehouse staff and employees follow all safety protocols and attend routine safety meetings.
• Assign material handlers to load shipments upon driver arrival and monitor in coop with LC’s
• Assign and monitor order fulfillment responsibilities with material handlers
• Monitor material handler productivity and work ethic, and report any deficiencies to Logistics Manager.
• Establish / maintain operating schedules and routine practices to ensure on-time customer shipments.
• Ensure product integrity and order filling accuracy
• Use interpersonal and communication skills to motivate the work force and drive execution of policies and implement corrective measures if necessary to ensure productivity levels are met.
• Maintain ISO level operation guidelines and metrics
• Monitor housekeeping status and ensure proper follow-up, assignment and corrective action to problem areas.

• Coordinates the training and development of employees. Includes identifying development needs, implementing programs as required, carefully monitoring progress, and coordinating with Logistics Manager.
• Makes recommendations to management for Continuous Improvement opportunities and instills an entrepreneurial spirit within the company, encouraging the same among direct reports.
• Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company Rules, Plant Rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear equipment, protective devices or certain clothing as required by the company
• Develops the competency, confidence and leadership abilities of others through effective coaching and delegation.
• Ability to be a change agent and drive results
• Ability to empower and motivate people for involvement, cooperation and compliance.
• Strong personal accountability to achieve goals and develops this in others through effective coaching and delegation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.  Associate Degree or Higher Preferred.
• At least 3 years experience in related field
• Demonstrate basic computer skills and have the ability to use computer system to create all paperwork to facilitate shipments
• Exhibit good people skills and ability to interact with all levels of personnel
• Possess good time management skills and have the ability to multi-task
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, attentive to details, and results oriented.
• SAP experience preferred

COMPETENCIES:

Active Learner: Able to identify own development and learning needs. Can quickly apply new learning. Eager and willing to take on new challenges- looks for areas of cross training and skill building. Able to apply new learning effectively.

Technically Adept: Demonstrates knowledge of the standard operating procedures & processes. Is able to use the provided tools, software and equipment.

Adaptability: Reacts favorably to changes and new information, Is able to respond positively to new situations, tasks, people and environments.

Communication: Able to receive, process and provide information from and to varying audiences.  Can read, write, listen, observe and can pick on subtleties. Pays attention to nonverbal ques and body language. Comfortable communicating in both individual and group settings.

Team Work: Can collaborate, idea share, listen and be a member of a team while being respectful of others. Assumes responsibility for own commitments and actions. Shares knowledge & experience with team members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Physical demands:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects or tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; talk or hear.  The employee must periodically lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The employee will frequently climb up to three levels above floor level. 

Work environment:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time; dust; heat; humidity, odors.  The noise level in the work environment varies and hearing protection is required in some work areas.  The employee is frequently exposed to high speed machinery, open inward turning rolls, and moving lift truck traffic. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.