Warehouse Lead - Overnight

Ruan Transportation Management Systems • Town of Otsego, NY

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About The Position

The Warehouse Lead executes day-to-day work activities as directed by the supervisor and communicates the supervisor’s directions positively. The role leads by example to help keep workflow consistent with business needs and works with team members to promote safety and identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Under the supervisor’s direction, the Warehouse Lead provides leadership through communication, coaching, appraising, and recognition, and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. The position also directs material flow and coordinates work assignments and schedule changes. Carrying out the company’s organizational values and complying with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies are required functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in warehouse operations.
• Ability to commit to Ruan’s value statement by acting with integrity.
• Ability to meet behavioral expectations and perform in alignment with the guiding principles of safety, people, customer, performance, and continuous improvement.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload effectively in a multitasking environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to lead and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day work activities as directed by the supervisor and communicate directions to the team.
• Provide team leadership through effective communication, coaching, appraising, and recognition.
• Promote safety, review accidents, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure work is available for operators and tasks are completed on time.
• Direct the flow of inbound or outbound material.
• Direct Forklift Operators or Warehouse Associates to move resources to available work.
• Coordinate with fleet dispatch regarding schedule changes and cancellations.
• Cover for the Warehouse Supervisor when needed.
• Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required.
• Carry out the company’s organizational values and operate in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED