Team Lead, Shipping -1st Shift
The Shipping Team Lead is responsible for ensuring the processing of physical inventory via a multiple carrier shipping system, FedEx Café system and UPS WorldShip system for all outbound shipments scheduled to ship.Order Shipping Accuracy & Productivity:Utilize powered conveyors, manifest stations, automated paper machines and automatic tapers to safely and efficiently ship packages at a rate less than 1 minute per carton shipped.Utilize powered equipment to safely and efficiently transport and load shipped packages.Delegate work assignments and prioritize tasks.Vendor Partners, Rate Shopping and End of Day Closeout:Ability to rate shop for outbound freight shipments.Ability to create customs invoices for international shipping.Use computer systems to generate reports, ability to trouble shoot and rectify reports.Manage relationships with vendor partners. Field inbound calls and emails for transportation related questions.Team Management:Ensure team goals are met and all activities assigned are completed efficiently and accurately by tracking productivity and errors.Review and approve all time off requests. Track employee attendance.Delegate work assignments to team and prioritize tasks.Focus on quality ensuring the accuracy of the tasks performed by following ISO processes.Review work instructions annually.Assess skill sets of team members, record finding and train as needed.Recommend and track measures implemented to improved quality or increase task efficiencies.RequirementsHigh School graduate or GED equivalent required.2+ years in a fast-paced manufacturing or distribution center preferred.Must be at least 18 years oldMust be able to lift to 70 lbs. with reasonable accommodationMust not be afraid of heightsMust achieve powered equipment certificationAbility to work independentlyOTHER INFORMATIONPosition is salaried position (exempt)1st shift is Monday through FridayWork is performed in a non-controlled temperature environmentWarehouse noise is emitted from forklifts and powered conveyor systemsSGI is a smoke free environment