Area Leader, Picking

Blue Bird Careers•Delaware, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 20,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses in operation today. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit www.blue-bird.com. JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Outbound Supervisor , this role is responsible for organizing and prioritizing daily picking assignments to meet deadlines. This role involves coordinating with various departments, directing staff, managing inventory flow, operating equipment, and troubleshooting picking errors to meet KPIs. This position will lead a team of materials handlers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure high productivity and adherence to safety standards.

Requirements

Strong background in Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) strategies and Quality Assurance (QA) initiatives
Strong knowledge of inventory management systems and software, specifically Infor LN
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications
Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in materials handling
3 years’ supervisory experience in operational setting
Experience in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
H.S. Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the activities of the picking team, including scheduling, training, and motivating pickers to maintain high performance and accuracy
Organize and prioritize daily picking assignments to meet deadlines.
Collaborate with inbound, outbound, and quality control departments to ensure stock availability and resolve any discrepancies
Implement and maintain inventory management systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
Verify accuracy of picked orders, including quantities, scanning items, and inspecting for damage
Resolving issues in the picking process and reporting equipment repairs to management
Analyze stock usage patterns and trends to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement
Serve as a "working lead," often performing high-volume picking or equipment operation alongside the team during peak hours
Develop and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all team members
Perform other related job duties