DC Team Leader - Owensboro

UniFirst • Owensboro, KY

87d

About The Position

As a UniFirst Group Leader, you will support the objective of leading/managing team partners in a department on a shift. You will work directly with the designated Production Supervisor or Department Manager to coordinate daily production requirements, driving workflow through the department. You will be responsible for administering timekeeping systems and reports, ensuring accuracy of payroll daily. This role requires providing clear written and verbal instructions and feedback as needed to ensure proper execution of job and attainment of KPIs. You will oversee operations, including quality inspection of products produced, and basic machine operation and maintenance. Additionally, you will define and communicate goals, ensure timely flow of work throughout Processing Areas, and oversee health and safety regulations, ensuring compliance and investigating incidents and accidents per policy. You will review production demands and reports on a daily basis, adjusting staff or workflow as needed, and communicate directly with Maintenance staff to resolve equipment/operational issues. Maintaining inventory and efficient use of supplies and raw materials used for production is also part of your responsibilities. Following SOX guidelines, you will define materials and supply purchase needs and work with the Supervisor or Manager on POs. You will be required to attend scheduled staff meetings, daily internal production meetings, and others as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree (AS) or Bachelor's Degree (BA) Preferred.
• Two or more years of related experience and/or training in the field.
• Equivalent combination of Education and Experience.
• Previous experience managing diverse teams of 20+ team partners.
• Knowledge and background in distribution systems driven environment.
• Required to read and write English and follow verbal and/or written instructions.
• Proficient in computer programs, such as spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical operations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions, both verbal and written.
• Must possess the ability to hear, talk, see, and distinguish between colors.
• Cross-training in other areas of the facility may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production requirements with Production Supervisor or Department Manager.
• Administer timekeeping systems and reports, ensuring payroll accuracy.
• Provide clear written and verbal instructions and feedback.
• Oversee operations, including quality inspection and basic machine operation.
• Define and communicate goals for the team.
• Ensure timely flow of work throughout Processing Areas.
• Oversee health and safety regulations and investigate incidents.
• Review production demands and adjust staff or workflow as needed.
• Communicate with Maintenance staff to resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain inventory and efficient use of supplies and raw materials.
• Define materials and supply purchase needs following SOX guidelines.
• Attend scheduled staff and production meetings.

Benefits

• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 30% Employee Discount
• Employee Referral Bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: Associate degree