Shipping/Receiving Lead

BISSELL Homecare•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Shipping/Receiving Lead is responsible for receiving, storing, pulling, and shipping warehouse items by LTL, TL, IML, and parcel. The role also provides daily leadership to Shipping/Receiving clerks to support productivity, safety, cleanliness, and organization, and coordinates with other departments to meet inbound and outbound shipment expectations. The position leads, guides, and trains employees performing related work; supports disciplinary actions when needed; orders departmental supplies; and completes daily, weekly, and monthly reports for the Distribution Manager. It also leads and facilitates Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

Pass Rug Doctor’s written forklift examination before hire and be able to become forklift certified under the company’s Forklift Certification Policy.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
Attention to accuracy and detail.
Good mathematical aptitude.
Cooperative and self-motivated, with good interpersonal skills and flexibility to remain productive under various conditions.
Pass reference verification, background search, post-offer employment physical, and substance abuse screen.
Work overtime as required and authorized.

Nice To Haves

Loading dock experience.

Responsibilities

Pull stock and assemble merchandise; box new equipment for shipment using work orders and mark shipments with product identification and consignee addresses.
Follow written departmental and company processes and safety procedures.
Verify shipment quantities and descriptions against order specifications.
Prepare shipment records, including manifests, packing slips, and bills of lading.
Store merchandise, supplies, and equipment orderly using appropriate handling methods and stock locations.
Receive incoming shipments, verify type and quantity against purchase orders, record receiving activity in JDE, and report information for loss or damage claims.
Operate powered and manual material-handling equipment.
Ensure daily forklift reports are submitted and forklift maintenance reports are submitted promptly.
Load and unload trucks.
Operate UPS and FedEx equipment.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Lead, plan, and facilitate Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement activities.
Handle miscellaneous related duties and assignments as required.
Lead, guide, and train employees performing related work.
Order departmental supplies.
Assist with disciplinary actions and lead employees under the role’s direction when needed.
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reporting requirements for the Distribution Manager.