Distribution Area Lead

Newell Brands • Winchester, VA

143d

About The Position

The Distribution Area Lead position is responsible for providing daily support to the distribution team to drive production performance in areas of safety, quality, cost, productivity, and service objectives. This role involves facilitating operator assignments, assisting with training on the PKMS system, managing overtime and vacation approvals, and monitoring daily processes to improve load accuracy and performance. The position requires effective communication with the Distribution Team manager and participation in various production meetings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required, some college preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Previous team leader or backup sponsor experience preferred.
• Logistics, warehouse, or other distribution experience preferred.
• Must be forklift certified or be able to become forklift certified.
• Must be a team player that leads by example.
• Must be open to new process improvements/changes while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Must not be in any attendance steps while applying or while holding a Team Lead position.

Responsibilities

• Support Distribution Supervisor in facilitation of operator assignments and operator movement between tasks daily.
• Assist with training current and new associates on PKMS system usage, Load School, and Skill Block Training.
• Manage overtime requirements, vacation approvals, and Workforce exceptions.
• Monitor and audit daily processes to improve load accuracy, load quality, safety, and pick performance.
• Assist distribution associates in resolving system, equipment, or procedure-related issues as they occur.
• Support OPEX and Team Smart initiatives for sustaining ongoing improvement.
• Participate in daily/weekly/monthly production, productivity, and team meetings.
• Become familiar with PKMS processes as a Super User for the distribution department.
• Communicate and work effectively with Distribution Team manager to identify and resolve all issues arising from distribution activities.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the function of the warehouse.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED