Team Lead (Warehouse) 3rd Shift

Kohler • Casa Grande, AZ

101d

About The Position

Kohler is nearing completion on a new 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility on 200 acres in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande, AZ. We are looking for passionate talent to join our team. This role will be based at our Casa Grande facility once it is open. The role will work fully onsite.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma/GED equivalent required
• Previous experience as a Team Leader, Trainer, or Supervisor with a strong work ethic and overall positive demeanor
• Ability to work 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts while sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting
• The flexibility to change shifts as the plant moves into future phases of production and operability
• A positive, adaptable, hard-working, and patient mindset
• A willingness to help with activities that may be outside of your job scope, especially as plant operations transition from the construction/set-up phase to the final 'go-live' phase

Nice To Haves

• Have previous experience in a manufacturing operator or production line operator role
• Have previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Have a natural ability to problem solve and continuously improve safety, quality, and productivity

Responsibilities

• Properly, effectively, and enthusiastically train new Material Handler associates on all essential functions of the Material Handler role
• Constantly and consistently coach and mentor less tenured Material Handlers
• Conduct daily placement and direction of associates in the work area
• Operate materials handling equipment, including a forklift
• Ensure correctness (amount, type, etc.) of any material loaded and determine loading patterns
• Notify the appropriate personnel, supervisor, and/or manager of any loading problems
• Inspect material handling equipment and notify supervisor and/or manager of improper conditions
• Assist in the removal of scrap as required
• Prepare and ship LTL shipments
• Clean and otherwise prepare vehicles for loading
• Transport finished goods to and from designated areas, including offloading transfers properly
• Placement of goods, including properly scanning product(s), into designated location
• Perform bin-to-bin transactions
• Visually inspect packaging for damage
• Assist in off-loading, as necessary
• Pull and stage parts for shipments
• Strive to attain and maintain established standards of productivity, quality, safety, and good housekeeping in your assigned area on every shift
• Operate materials handling equipment according to plant safety rules and regulations
• Exercise informal corrective discipline in a positive and coaching manner, as needed
• Work in a safe and orderly manner and practice good 5S and housekeeping at all times
• Relieve team members for lunch, personal periods, and absenteeism
• Perform other related duties consistent with the nature of the job, as directed by the Supervisor or Management
• Complete and maintain training on all applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies and procedures

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual merit increases
• Wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity/parental leave
• 401(k) savings plan
• Company-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of service
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED