Warehouse Lead-Receiving (Mon-Fri 6AM - 2:30 PM)

RK Logistics Group, Inc•Fremont, CA

About The Position

The Lead I is responsible for the safety, productivity, and performance of operational employees on the designated shift. The role includes strategic planning, project management, performance analysis, and cross-department coordination to support operational excellence. The Lead I ensures scheduled operations are completed efficiently and meet quality standards, escalating open issues to the appropriate supervisor, manager, or designated management contact. The position supports receiving and warehouse operations, including shipments, inventory, material transactions, reporting, and customer service. It also assists the Supervisor with team adherence to policies, procedures, and productivity standards, and drives improvements using Lean and 5S principles. RK Logistics Group states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer and describes its Fair Chance Act process for applicants with criminal histories.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2–4 years of experience in logistics or a related field.
Strong math, writing, and communication skills.
Intermediate computer proficiency.
Knowledge of inventory control, shipping and receiving, and RF equipment.
Forklift certification or experience with sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
Understanding of Lean, 5S, and 7S methodologies.
Excellent time management and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with others to achieve goals.
High degree of accuracy; ability to handle high-volume demands assertively.
Attention to detail, ownership of tasks, integrity, professionalism, and adaptability to changing priorities.
Ability to interact well with others, follow instructions, and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to read and write and comprehend basic checklists, forms, and other documents.
Ability to stand, walk, handle objects, reach, climb ladders, kneel, and crouch.
Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds unassisted using safe lifting techniques.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including overtime to cover escalations if required.
Adherence to RK Safety, Quality, ISO, and HR policies and standards.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience.
Microsoft Office experience.
Light power tool experience or ability to use light power tools.

Responsibilities

Mentor team members and provide advanced training; support onboarding and ongoing training.
Set a professional example, foster positive team morale, and promote teamwork.
Delegate tasks, monitor team performance, and help meet daily quotas and productivity goals.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, SOPs, SLAs, SWIs, and quality requirements.
Assist with scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow.
Monitor departmental emails and respond promptly.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and 5S principles; assess current practices and recommend improvements.
Conduct performance analysis and report findings to senior management.
Run daily reports, address discrepancies, and support monthly inventory counts and record accuracy.
Collaborate with internal departments, management, peers, subordinates, engineers, and other stakeholders to resolve operational issues.
Maintain customer relationships and serve as a point of contact during visits; provide internal and external customer service.
Manage inbound and outbound shipments, will calls, and material transactions.
Monitor ticketing systems and process SAP transactions, including RTS, NCI, and SRK transactions.
Oversee inventory and ordering of crates, boxes, and cleanroom bags.
Sign IPC employee timecards and run RMBWA reports.
Provide supervisors, managers, peers, and subordinates with information about quality, safety, delivery, cost, and morale.
Assist the Supervisor in ensuring team adherence to policies, procedures, and productivity standards.
Navigate the WMS to check materials and their locations.
Complete other assigned duties.