Lead Warehouse

Dart Container•Pontotoc, OK

50d

About The Position

Performs a wide variety of warehouse operations duties to assist in maintaining department efficiencies at maximum output levels. Work with Department Supervisor and support all assigned personnel and equipment requirements during their respective shift. While performing the duties listed below, the lead is required to spend 85% of time on the floor. Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We're a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we're proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Requirements

One (1) year of warehouse or material handling operations experience, working in a fast-paced work environment
High School Diploma or GED
Demonstrated leadership skills
Excellent verbal and written skills necessary in order to communicate intricate job-related processes
Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create reports, documents, and spreadsheets in MS Word and MS Excel
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines
Ability to effectively manage and execute multiple tasks, projects and priorities
Ability to utilize and train employees on technology, processes and procedures
Ability to obtain and maintain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) license
Ability to demonstrate basic math and dimensional counting skills
Experience using purchasing and inventory software
Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree
Previous experience in a Lead role
Prior SAP experience
Experience in a manufacturing or high-volume warehouse environment
Paper converting, chemical/plastics processing and packaging industrial experience

Responsibilities

Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements
Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards
Follow and commit to safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Audit the floor as required by Leader Standard Work, monitor metrics, verify adherence to procedures and standard work, correct deficiencies and escalate to supervisor as necessary
Communicate with oncoming shifts about any problems or issues that are occurring
Work with other departments to maintain or improve communications
Notify supervisor immediately and recommend solutions if there are issues that will prevent achievement of goals
Perform routine duties in support of shift requirements
Actively support Operational Excellence and effectively participate in lean initiatives
Coordinate and schedule work for dock management, routing and sequencing of trailers, rail or water freight
Contact vendors or internal departments regarding delivery, lost shipments, incorrect paperwork, pricing, and quantity discrepancies
Prepare, process, and distribute shipment documentation for all inbound and outbound services
Liaise with internal and external transport companies and departments to coordinate, prioritize and expedite in-coming and out-going shipments
Record, control, and monitor site inventory using ERP inventory and purchasing systems
Oversee cycle counting activities, compile results, investigate discrepancies, and determine root cause
Track and maintain appropriate documentation
Create, compile, and deliver required reports
Report and record any discrepancy, damaged items, shortages, broken, or unidentified packages to the supervisor
Analyze incoming inventory and determine optimal space allocation
Ensure proper inventory turning techniques, such as First In, First Out (FIFO)
Coordinate inventory moves and consolidation to efficiently utilize space
Train employees on SAP systems and procedures, assist with troubleshooting and serve as the plant or warehouse subject matter expert for SAP modules relating to supply chain and inventory management
Actively support Operational Excellence and effectively participate in lean initiatives and problem solving
Train new employees, and perform ongoing training to ensure that all assigned employees have knowledge and understanding of job requirements
Provide feedback to the supervisor on employee performance and day-to-day actions and activities
Accurately observes performance to provide constructive feedback to employees, as well as opportunities for improvement in a timely manner

Benefits

Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

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