Team Lead – Kitting & Fulfillment

Taylor Communications•Duluth, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Taylor Corporation is seeking a Team Lead – Kitting & Fulfillment to lead a team of approximately 6–10 employees on the second shift in Duluth, Georgia. The role coordinates daily kitting and fulfillment production, assigns and prioritizes work, monitors progress, and ensures customer orders are completed accurately, on schedule, and to established quality standards. The Team Lead provides direction, coaching, training, and support; monitors staffing, workload, performance, attendance, and productivity; and makes day-to-day operational decisions while escalating concerns to management as needed. The position works with other departments to support materials availability and efficient production flow, resolves operational issues, supports onboarding, and maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment. The Team Lead also assists with hands-on kitting, packaging, and fulfillment when needed and provides management with updates on production, staffing, and operational concerns. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

Experience in manufacturing, warehouse operations, fulfillment, pick/pack, shipping, inventory, or a related production environment.
Demonstrated leadership ability through coordinating work, training employees, leading projects, or supporting team operations.
Ability to provide direction to employees, manage priorities, and keep work moving throughout the shift.
Organizational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to make decisions independently.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and other departments.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing production needs.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand.
Regularly remain in a stationary position.
Constantly operate machinery and handle products, including print materials.
Frequently move inside the facility.
Regularly move 25+ pounds by lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying.
Authorization to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Team Lead, Lead Operator, Trainer, or in another leadership role within a manufacturing, warehouse, or fulfillment environment.
Experience with inventory management, fulfillment operations, or warehouse management systems.
Experience in kitting, assembly, or custom production environments.
Experience supporting employee onboarding and training.
Experience in print manufacturing or graphics production.
Forklift certification or ability to become certified.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate daily activities for approximately 6–10 employees in kitting and fulfillment operations.
Assign work, set priorities, and monitor progress to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.
Provide daily direction, coaching, training, and support to team members.
Monitor staffing and workload, adjusting assignments and resources to meet production needs.
Communicate job requirements, customer specifications, deadlines, and quality expectations to employees.
Identify and resolve issues involving materials, inventory, workflow, staffing, or production delays.
Make day-to-day operational decisions and escalate concerns to management when needed.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure materials are available and work moves through production efficiently.
Monitor employee performance, attendance, productivity, and adherence to established procedures, communicating concerns to the supervisor.
Support onboarding and training for new employees.
Ensure completed work meets customer requirements and established quality standards.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and consistent communication throughout the shift.
Assist with hands-on kitting, packaging, and fulfillment activities when needed.
Provide management with updates regarding production progress, staffing needs, and operational concerns.