1st Shift Shipping Lead

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• Shipping Lead FLSA Status :   Non-Exempt Reports to :   Shipping Supervisor Supervises :   Assists with shipping employees Travel :   As needed according to essential functions of position Department :   Shipping JOB PURPOSE :  The Shipping Lead will coordinate employee activities and orders to ensure maximum shipping efficiencies while in accordance with our quality and food safety standards.   Essential duties and responsibilities  Coordinate employee activities and product handling of an assigned shipping area; works along with shipping employees Utilize software to ensure that all materials are properly verified to reflect reported inventory Ensure area and crew are properly set up and they are provided all the necessary tools to perform the essential functions of their role Receive instruction from the Operations Manager and Shipping Supervisor for orders that need to be processed Monitor orders which can encompass out of stock, repacks, transfers, and product moving between buildings Prioritize order processing in relation to shipping requirements and shipping schedules Assist in training new hires and / or temporary employees; measure and track performance Monitor workflow and crew as needed to ensure even workflow and efficiency; coach and recognize where appropriate Accomplishes warehouse objectives by leading, training, assigning, coaching, and counseling.
• Perform daily 10-minute meetings with employees before the start of the shift and participate in weekly Lead meetings.
• Maintain communication with necessary departments to ensure information and orders are processed in a timely fashion Ensure all employees safely operate equipment used on the line, as well as following all safety procedures Maintain clean work area clean Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications / Requirements  Bilingual English / Spanish preferred High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred Leadership experience preferred Must have working knowledge of general warehouse operations, food industry experience a plus Computer experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Good Leadership / Team building skills Must be flexible with hours, a possibility for OT Ability to lift 55lbs (anything over 55lbs, team lift) Must follow all WF GMP’s and work consistently with all food safety, quality and sanitation requirements Skills / Abilities Ability to read, write and speak English Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural documents Understand the basics of scale operations, weights, and pallet measurements Ability to prioritize, learn quickly, and multi-task Good verbal and written communication skills Demonstrate good leadership skills Flexibility to adapt to an ever-changing environment Strong attention to detail Ability to delegate Strong organizational skills Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.    Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and frequently bend and move about the facility.
• Must be able to climb ladders and maneuver in small spaces Personal Protective Equipment The performance of this position requires exposure to the manufacturing and warehouse areas that under certain conditions may require the use of personal protective equipment.
• Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Works in an office and manufacturing environment Exposure to dust, odors, and noise This document does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Woodland Gourmet hires exceptional people to perform a wide variety of important functions that contribute to the success of our organization.  We offer a competitive compensation package with benefits.  The hourly rate for this role will be $23.00 to $26.00.  This position is eligible for an annual bonus (based on the incentive program terms and conditions).  Based on your qualifications, previous experience, and transferable skills, the company will determine, at its discretion, the hourly rate offered and will reflect the market conditions and cost of living for your geographic location.    Our benefits program is designed to support our team in leading healthy, productive, and fulfilling lives.
• We deeply value the contributions of our team members and are committed to offering a competitive total compensation package.
• Additionally, we offer medical, prescription drug plans, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, vision insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, voluntary benefits (hospital, critical illness, personal accident, legal & identify theft), 401k with company match, paid family leave, paid holidays and paid time off.    Woodland Gourmet is a participant in the federal E-Verify program.
• As part of the hiring process, we will verify the information provided on your Form I-9 to confirm your eligibility to work in the United States.  E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from your Form I-9 to government records to confirm employment eligibility.
• For more information on E-Verify and your rights, please visit the  E-Verify website .  Powered by JazzHR