Loadout Lead (Distribution Center)

Are you ready to grow your career? Empire Today is looking for a Loadout Lead (Distribution Center) to join our dynamic team of professionals. The Loadout Lead (Distribution Center) is responsible for the correct and timely completion of all loadout work activities including the completion of the pre-load out checklist, following all loadout processes, and leading the post-loadout meetings and activities. The Loadout Lead (Distribution Center) not only owns the completion of loadout-related work activities, but also the physical condition of the loadout area, and all inventory in that area. The Loadout Lead (Distribution Center) serves as the primary liaison to the market and installation teams and personally owns the resolution of work issues impacting loadout. We offer:Health benefits with quick enrollment – medical, dental, and vision.Paid time off & holiday pay.Wellness program.Professional development & career advancement opportunities.Incentive program.Lots of perks! Compensation Information:$23/hourResponsibilities:Owns the completion of all steps of the 3 components of LoadoutPre-loadout planning/meetingReview all pending Transfer Orders (TOs) to ensure all are received, or identify and resolve issues.Missing TOsTOs not yet released/shippedShort ships or other changes to TOsPhysically validate staged inventory for next day’s LoadoutReview and clear all tiles in the Empire load-out planning and monitoring 2.0 workspaceLoadout 2.0Loadout workspace is always monitored for updates to tiles that have been cleared during the pre-loadout meetingAll orders are loaded systematically as they are loaded physicallyBase product and IW stock is only loaded by Empire team membersPost-loadout actions/meetingEnsure all orders are loaded, or otherwise properly dispositionedSystematically and physically move inventory from the return bin to the applicable locations (Return bin empty by 9 AM)Outbound bin is actively managed to ensure only the next 7 day’s inventory is in the locationReview the IW stocked items to ensure all are at targeted levels and physically in the correct systemic locationsProcess TO requests, and communicate and resolve inventory variances with the IW networkOwns the relationship with the Install team, including coordinating and leading all WH-related meetings, and resolving installation issues on the same dayResponsible for the 6S layout, and ongoing maintenance of the dock loading area, including loadout stock locationsOwns the return process to ensure that all returns are going to the return holding area and are tagged with the correct system-generated labelPerform cycle counts to maintain an accurate inventoryAdheres to all posted Federal and State requirements, and all Company safety and operational policies and SOPsAdditional responsibilities as assigned or required Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED requiredComputer skills (D365, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,)Strong oral and written communication skillsDetail orientedExcellent organizational skillsAbility to multi-task; strong analytical skillsAbility to work independently; and ability to set priorities, solve problems, and meet deadlinesSelf-starter, action-oriented, problem-resolution-focused approach and personalityAbility to work a variety of shifts including weekends if necessaryAbility to operate a forklift, scissor lift, and other equipment as necessaryRoutinely lift, carry, push, and pull flooring materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Why Empire Today?We empower our employees to strive for their unique goals. Within such an inclusive company with unlimited growth opportunities, how far you go is up to you.We take care of our people. We start investing in you from day one. The perks and benefits we offer help you live well, both at work and at home.We have an unmatched company culture. We’ve won multiple awards for employee and customer satisfaction, and we believe it all comes down to our culture of teamwork, creativity, and growth.We’re one of the nation’s most recognizable brands. You’ll enjoy the stability that comes with a national company and a sense of pride when you’re a part of our team.By clicking Apply Now, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use including arbitration, waivers and limitations of liability. CSLB 1047108.