Lead I (Mon-Fri (Mon-Fri 2:00pm-10:30pm)

RK Logistics Group, Inc•Fremont, CA

About The Position

The Lead I role is responsible for ensuring the safety, productivity, and performance of all operational employees on their designated shift. This role includes advanced responsibilities such as strategic planning, project management, performance analysis, and cross department coordination to drive operational excellence. The Lead I ensures that scheduled operations are executed efficiently and meet all quality standards, while promptly escalating any open issues to the appropriate supervisor, manager, or other designated management contacts.

Requirements

Attention to detail and ownership of tasks.
Integrity and professionalism.
Adaptability to changing priorities.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Demonstrate the ability to interact well with others and follow instructions.
Flexibility and ability to adjust to sudden changes in operational goals and needs.
Ability to read and write, comprehend basic checklists, forms, or other documents.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Must be able to stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, or reach with hands and arms, climb ladders, kneel, crouch.
Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 lbs. unassisted while using safe lifting techniques.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule including overtime to cover escalations if required.
Follow all meet all SLAs and SWIs.
High school diploma or equivalent
2–4 years of experience in logistics or a related field
Strong math, writing, and communication skills
Intermediate computer proficiency; SAP and Microsoft Office experience preferred
Knowledge of inventory control, shipping/receiving, and RF equipment
Forklift certification/experience (Sit-Down and Stand-Up)
Understanding of Lean, 5S, and 7S methodologies
Excellent time management and soft skills
High sense of accuracy
Assertive and able to meet high volume demand
Able to collaborate with all parties necessary to achieve goals
May need to use light power tools
Adherence to all RK Safety, Quality, ISO, and HR policies and standards

Responsibilities

Mentor team members and provide advanced training to ensure role clarity and departmental alignment
Lead by example in professionalism, punctuality, and work ethic
Foster a positive team attitude to maintain high morale and productivity
Support onboarding and continuous training efforts
Delegate tasks and monitor team performance to meet daily quotas
Ensure compliance with safety standards, SOPs, and productivity goals
Assist in scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow
Monitor departmental emails and respond promptly
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and 5S principles
Conduct performance analysis and report findings to senior management
Run daily reports and address discrepancies
Support monthly inventory counts and maintain accurate records
Collaborate with internal departments to resolve operational issues
Maintain strong customer relationships and serve as a point of contact during visits
Communicate effectively with engineers and other stakeholders
Manage inbound/outbound shipments, will calls, and material transactions
Monitor ticketing systems and process SAP transactions (RTS, NCI, SRK, etc.)
Oversee inventory and ordering of crates, boxes, and cleanroom bags
Sign IPC employee timecards and run RMBWA reports
Provide supervisors, managers, peers, and subordinates with information about quality, safety, delivery, cost, and morale
Assist the Supervisor in ensuring team adherence to policies, procedures, and productivity standards
Ensure that all processes run smoothly and that workers are always kept safe
Provide excellent internal and external customer service
Navigate within WMS to check on material and its current location
Assess and analyze current practices and drive improvements
Partner and coordinate with management, peers, subordinates, and other internal departments to resolve issues and concerns
Complete all other duties assigned