2nd shift - Distribution Team Lead

Emerson • Southaven, MS

6d

About The Position

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Partner with the Supervisor to support employee performance, manpower utilization, and ongoing training needs Plan, organize, and help maintain standard operating practices and procedures within the department Lead and guide team members in day-to-day warehouse activities Communicate daily workload and priorities, assigning tasks to ensure efficient flow of work Adjust staffing levels in collaboration with other Team Leads and Supervisors to meet customer demand Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and direction to team members Review and analyze productivity and kitting reports to support established performance goals Use problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve operational challenges Perform associate or operator duties when operational needs require additional support Ensure completed goods are shipped the same day whenever possible Report safety, quality, productivity, equipment, or personnel concerns to the Supervisor Complete additional duties as assigned to support department and business needs Who You Are: You demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and take ownership of your work and the success of your team. You communicate clearly and respectfully, building trust and cooperation across diverse groups. You approach challenges with curiosity and practical problem-solving skills, using data and experience to make sound decisions. You are comfortable guiding others, sharing knowledge, and creating an environment where people feel supported, safe, and motivated to do their best work. For This Role, You Will Need: High school diploma or GED At least one year of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment Previous experience with leadership or team coordination responsibilities Ability to understand and communicate quality requirements and oversee daily operations Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with email communication Willingness to learn and use a computer and job-related software Ability to instruct and direct a small team performing varied tasks Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: Prior experience using JD Edwards (JDE) or similar warehouse/ERP systems Additional certifications, coursework, or technical training related to operations or leadership Experience supporting continuous improvement or safety initiatives Our Culture and Commitment To You: At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Through training, mentorship, and development opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a meaningful and lasting impact. We also recognize the importance of overall wellbeing. Emerson offers flexible and competitive benefits designed to support you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our culture supports work‑life balance through flexible time‑off plans, including vacation, holiday leave, and paid parental leave for both maternal and paternal caregivers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Previous experience with leadership or team coordination responsibilities
• Ability to understand and communicate quality requirements and oversee daily operations
• Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with email communication
• Willingness to learn and use a computer and job-related software
• Ability to instruct and direct a small team performing varied tasks

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience using JD Edwards (JDE) or similar warehouse/ERP systems
• Additional certifications, coursework, or technical training related to operations or leadership
• Experience supporting continuous improvement or safety initiatives

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Supervisor to support employee performance, manpower utilization, and ongoing training needs
• Plan, organize, and help maintain standard operating practices and procedures within the department
• Lead and guide team members in day-to-day warehouse activities
• Communicate daily workload and priorities, assigning tasks to ensure efficient flow of work
• Adjust staffing levels in collaboration with other Team Leads and Supervisors to meet customer demand
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and direction to team members
• Review and analyze productivity and kitting reports to support established performance goals
• Use problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve operational challenges
• Perform associate or operator duties when operational needs require additional support
• Ensure completed goods are shipped the same day whenever possible
• Report safety, quality, productivity, equipment, or personnel concerns to the Supervisor
• Complete additional duties as assigned to support department and business needs

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• tuition reimbursement
• employee resource groups
• recognition programs
• flexible time‑off plans, including vacation, holiday leave, and paid parental leave for both maternal and paternal caregivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees