Shipping Group Lead

MARSHALLTOWN COMPANY•Kansas City, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Work for the market leader of construction tools at MARSHALLTOWN! We’re proud of our top-notch facilities and strong, healthy culture where good ideas are embraced, decisions are made quickly, and effort and excellence are rewarded. When we need to get something done, we have the resources to make it happen. We’re excited about our new Kansas City facility, and we are looking for a Working Group Lead who will primarily assist in overseeing workflow, productivity, and daily operations in the shipping department. This role also supports receiving and other warehouse functions as needed and may assume facility-wide leadership or special projects in the supervisor’s absence.

Requirements

One (1) year of experience in a trainer or leadership role is required
Two (2) years of warehouse experience is required
Strong oral and written communication skills and good math skills
Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
Basic administrative computer proficiency, including email, is required
Must be able to successfully pass the Material Handler Written Exam, FL Certification, Administrative Skills Assessment, etc., to determine fit for the role
Excellent attendance is required
Ability to work overtime as needed (may include up to 2 hours before or after regular shift depending on business needs)
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods on concrete floors
Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, climb, and twist as needed to perform shipping and material-handling tasks
Must be able to push, pull, and lift up to 40 lbs regularly
Must be able to operate powered industrial trucks (PIT), including mounting/dismounting repeatedly
Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment with variable temperatures, noise levels, and frequent movement of material-handling equipment
Must be able to visually inspect incoming materials and read paperwork, labels, and screens on inventory systems

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of shipping or outbound logistics experience is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provides leadership coverage across shipping, receiving, and general warehouse operations as needed to support workflow, staffing gaps, or special projects
Assists in directing daily workflow and driving team productivity within the shipping department
Assists in staffing high-priority areas based on outbound schedules, order volume, and operational needs
Opens the facility and ensures a safe, efficient start-up when the Supervisor is not present
Ensures safe work practices and reinforces all safety expectations
Trains and cross-trains new and existing employees
Performs regular quality checks to ensure outbound accuracy, proper packaging, labeling, and documentation
Verifies shipping orders against system data to ensure correct product, quantities, and destinations
Coordinates dock activities, staging, and carrier pickups to support on-time shipments
Loads, moves, and stages materials using powered industrial trucks (PIT) safely and efficiently
Supports receiving functions as needed (e.g., unloading, material movement, inventory verification)
Performs other duties and project work as assigned, including cross-department support