Distribution Center Lead

American Tire Distributors • Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

The Distribution Center Lead oversees and assists with the day-to-day activities of assigned shifts and associates under the direction of the Distribution Center Supervisor and/or Distribution Excellence Manager. Acting as a player-coach, the Lead monitors and assists warehouse associates with warehousing, transportation, safety, and inventory functions. The role also supports work procedures intended to increase productivity and improve service within the operation.

The position involves coordinating warehouse activities, supporting facility maintenance and inventory control, promoting safe working conditions, and evaluating and developing team members. The Lead reinforces SEAL and Standard Work principles and helps implement SEAL Operating Systems to improve productivity and service excellence. The role requires occasional physical activity, including handling products and tires, and travel 5% of the time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4–6 years of related experience preferred.
• Skills in policy and procedures, storage, traffic and vehicle planning, and verbal communication.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of warehouse work, including occasionally lifting products up to approximately 50 pounds and handling tires weighing more than approximately 50 pounds through rolling, destacking, or team lifting.
• Ability to travel 5% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• 4–6 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist with the daily activities of assigned shifts and associates under management direction.
• Assist with facility maintenance, product handling equipment, and manual or automated inventory control systems.
• Promote safe working conditions and monitor associates for equipment safety and adherence to warehouse protocols.
• Coordinate warehousing activities with management and administration to support operational efficiency.
• Evaluate team performance, provide training and feedback, and report findings to distribution center management.
• Record inventory transactions for equipment, supplies, and specialty items using manual or automated systems.
• Reinforce SEAL and Standard Work principles and assist in implementing SEAL Operating Systems.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED