Shipping & Receiving Team Leader (2nd Shift)

Minth North America•Lewisburg, TN

3d•$0 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

WorldWise Plastics is hiring a Forklift Driver / Warehouse Team Leader for its SCM/Warehouse department in Lewisburg, Tennessee. This hourly, full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and supports material movement, inventory accuracy, and coordination across manufacturing, shipping, and quality functions. The work takes place in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment with exposure to automated machinery and manufacturing processes. Shift work may include nights, weekends, and overtime as needed. The role operates forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to transport materials, load and unload trailers, and supply production areas. It also performs inventory transactions and verification, supports cycle counts and audits, moves components between departments, assists with packaging and palletizing, and completes daily equipment checks and upkeep. The team leader must follow company and OSHA safety requirements, including proper PPE use and safe forklift practices. Worldwise Plastics is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One to two years of forklift driving experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow technical work instructions.
Basic math and computer/data-entry skills for inventory tracking.
Ability to sit, stand, and operate powered equipment for extended periods, up to 12-hour shifts.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to bend, twist, and climb in and out of equipment regularly.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment; automotive industry experience is preferred but not required.
Automotive experience with forklift driving is preferred.
Knowledge of safe handling of hazardous materials and chemicals.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks, including counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet jacks, to move raw materials, components, work in progress, and finished goods.
Load and unload trailers and stage materials for production lines and shipping.
Supply production areas with materials in a timely manner to prevent downtime.
Transport hazardous materials safely in accordance with company policy and regulations.
Perform material transactions using scanners or inventory software such as ERP/MES.
Label and verify part numbers, quantities, and lot codes for accuracy.
Support cycle counts and inventory audits.
Store materials in assigned locations and maintain a clean, organized warehouse.
Coordinate with production, shipping, and quality departments.
Deliver or remove components between departments, including molding, chroming, painting, and assembly, as needed.
Assist with packaging and palletizing finished goods.
Perform daily forklift safety checks and report mechanical issues.
Maintain clean, damage-free equipment and monitor battery charging or fuel levels.
Follow company and OSHA safety regulations, wear required PPE, observe plant traffic patterns and speed limits, use warning signals, and operate forklifts safely without overloading equipment.