Manufacturing Team Leader - Inventory Control/ Receiving

Wright Manufacturing • Frederick, MD

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About The Position

Wright Manufacturing, Inc. is hiring a full-time, non-exempt Team Leader for its 1st Shift Inventory Control and Receiving Team within the Internal Logistics Department. The role ensures the 1st Shift Internal Logistics Group carries out its work safely and effectively while helping prioritize and meet the daily needs of the Assembly Team. The Team Leader directs and supports Receiving and Inventory Control team members, assists department leadership with inventory and receiving issues, and leads forklift operations and material movement. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Occasional Saturday work may be required as workflow demands. Overtime is paid at time and a half for hours over 40 per week; overtime opportunities are available but not guaranteed. Starting pay is $26 per hour.

The Team Leader helps develop team members through daily interaction, coaching, and guidance; becomes a subject matter expert on team stations, processes, and equipment; promotes teamwork and communication; and supports employee rotation, vacation scheduling, and job-instruction maintenance. The work environment is not climate controlled and may have moderate to high noise levels. The role includes lifting up to 40 pounds without assistance.

Requirements

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience operating both sit-down forklifts and stand-up reach trucks.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Consistent work history.
• Ability to work in an environment that is not climate controlled.
• Ability to work in an environment with moderate to high noise levels.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds without assistance.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Strong, independent work ethic.
• Good organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assist Receiving and Inventory Control team members, providing backup support when workloads increase or team members are absent.
• Help the Group Leader and Area Manager investigate and escalate inventory and receiving concerns, including shortages, quality issues, and QPR management.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop resolutions using the 6-Step Problem-Solving process.
• Assist with actions and communications related to product deviations, ECOs, and RMA processes.
• Lead the 1st Shift forklift team.
• Unload inbound full truckload and less-than-truckload shipments.
• Complete Dock to Stock transfers from the Receiving dock to designated home locations.
• Transfer and stock products needed for Production in their assigned home locations.
• Manage waste streams, including cardboard balers and pallets.
• Maintain FIFO practices.
• Communicate with applicable parties to identify and resolve issues.
• Maintain and reinforce 5S practices and a clean, organized workplace.
• Maintain and promote a safe working environment in accordance with established safety standards.
• Assist with special projects and rework as needed.
• Build productive team relationships through daily interaction, coaching, and guidance.
• Become a subject matter expert on team stations, processes, and equipment.
• Promote teamwork and clear communication within and between teams.
• Maintain trust and respect among team members and develop collaborative relationships with other Team Leaders and Group Leaders.
• Help the Group Leader maintain appropriate employee rotation for ergonomic and coverage purposes.
• Communicate concerns to the Group Leader when they cannot be resolved at the Team Leader level.
• Help the Group Leader ensure vacation schedules are completed accurately and on time.
• Develop and maintain Job Instructions for all processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Dependent Care Savings Accounts.
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 4% of the employee's contribution, with full vesting upon eligibility.
• Paid leave accrued weekly, starting at 80 hours of PTO and 40 hours of SSL.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Voluntary short-term disability and supplemental life insurance.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Training and cross-training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed