e-Commerce Production Department Lead

Goodwill Southern California•Los Angeles, CA

13d

About The Position

The Production Department Lead assists the e-Commerce Supervisor in the efficient operation of Goodwill Southern California’s production activities by providing day-to-day operational oversight of Category Leads and Associates in assigned department. This role ensures established goals related to sales, production, customer service, safety, payroll, and expense control are met through consistent execution of production standards, marketplace requirements, and adherence to Goodwill Southern California policies and values. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Production Operations & Quality Control Maintain expert-level knowledge of assigned production workflows and provide guidance on production standards and best practices. Perform routine quality audits to ensure merchandise accuracy and compliance with established production standards. Perform daily Production Associate duties as needed to support workflow continuity and operational effectiveness. Support the e-Commerce Production Supervisor with process updates, ensuring changes are implemented accurately and on schedule. Team Leadership & Operational Oversight Provide day-to-day operational oversight of Category Leads and Associates to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, and on schedule. Assign work, monitor workflow, and follow up to ensure operational expectations and coverage requirements are met. Observe Category Lead and Associate performance and provide real-time guidance and coaching to support operational effectiveness. Communicate performance observations, attendance issues, and operational concerns to the Supervisor or Management team as appropriate This job supervises the functional and operational work of 2 - 5 staff. Marketplace, Customer & Systems Support Perform seller-side functions of assigned e-commerce sales channels in accordance with marketplace standards and policies. Ensure marketplace standards and policies are consistently followed during production activities. Respond to customer inquiries and resolve concerns in a timely and professional manner. Inventory, Equipment & Material Handling Ensure inventory management systems are used accurately to support production tracking and merchandise flow. Reports supply ordering needs to Supervisor to support uninterrupted operations. Support the upkeep of production equipment, tools, and work areas to ensure safe and efficient operations. Scheduling, Coverage & Coordination Utilize scheduled Leads and Associates to meet assigned department goals and objectives. Partner with the Supervisor and Management team to support employee relations conversations as needed. Safety, Compliance & Risk Awareness Promote a Safety-First culture by modeling safe work practices and reinforcing established safety procedures. Monitor work areas for potential hazards and promptly eport unsafe conditions, incidents, or concerns. Ensure proper use of equipment, PPE, and safe material-handling techniques, including lifting practices. Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free workspaces and support completion of required safety training.

Requirements

1-2 years of supervisory experience.
1-2 years of e-commerce experience.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Shift flexibility and overtime when needed.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Punctual and dependable attendance.
Free from alcohol and drug abuse.
Understands the basic philosophy of Goodwill and participates fully in carrying out its mission.
Adheres to Goodwill’s values of Respect, Integrity, Service, & Excellence.
Must have basic experience computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel and E-mail
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Responsibilities

Maintain expert-level knowledge of assigned production workflows and provide guidance on production standards and best practices.
Perform routine quality audits to ensure merchandise accuracy and compliance with established production standards.
Perform daily Production Associate duties as needed to support workflow continuity and operational effectiveness.
Support the e-Commerce Production Supervisor with process updates, ensuring changes are implemented accurately and on schedule.
Provide day-to-day operational oversight of Category Leads and Associates to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, and on schedule.
Assign work, monitor workflow, and follow up to ensure operational expectations and coverage requirements are met.
Observe Category Lead and Associate performance and provide real-time guidance and coaching to support operational effectiveness.
Communicate performance observations, attendance issues, and operational concerns to the Supervisor or Management team as appropriate
Perform seller-side functions of assigned e-commerce sales channels in accordance with marketplace standards and policies.
Ensure marketplace standards and policies are consistently followed during production activities.
Respond to customer inquiries and resolve concerns in a timely and professional manner.
Ensure inventory management systems are used accurately to support production tracking and merchandise flow.
Reports supply ordering needs to Supervisor to support uninterrupted operations.
Support the upkeep of production equipment, tools, and work areas to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Utilize scheduled Leads and Associates to meet assigned department goals and objectives.
Partner with the Supervisor and Management team to support employee relations conversations as needed.
Promote a Safety-First culture by modeling safe work practices and reinforcing established safety procedures.
Monitor work areas for potential hazards and promptly eport unsafe conditions, incidents, or concerns.
Ensure proper use of equipment, PPE, and safe material-handling techniques, including lifting practices.
Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free workspaces and support completion of required safety training.