2nd shift - Distribution Team Lead

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Supervisor to support employee performance, manpower utilization, and ongoing training needs
• Plan, organize, and help maintain standard operating practices and procedures within the department
• Lead and guide team members in day-to-day warehouse activities
• Communicate daily workload and priorities, assigning tasks to ensure efficient flow of work
• Adjust staffing levels in collaboration with other Team Leads and Supervisors to meet customer demand
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and direction to team members
• Review and analyze productivity and kitting reports to support established performance goals
• Use problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve operational challenges
• Perform associate or operator duties when operational needs require additional support
• Ensure completed goods are shipped the same day whenever possible
• Report safety, quality, productivity, equipment, or personnel concerns to the Supervisor
• Complete additional duties as assigned to support department and business needs

Who You Are

• Demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and take ownership of your work and the success of your team
• Communicate clearly and respectfully, building trust and cooperation across diverse groups
• Approach challenges with curiosity and practical problem-solving skills, using data and experience to make sound decisions
• Guide others, share knowledge, and create an environment where people feel supported, safe, and motivated to do their best work

What You Need

• A high school diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Previous experience with leadership or team coordination responsibilities
• Ability to understand and communicate quality requirements and oversee daily operations
• Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with email communication
• Willingness to learn and use a computer and job-related software
• Ability to instruct and direct a small team performing varied tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience using JD Edwards (JDE) or similar warehouse/ERP systems
• Additional certifications, coursework, or technical training related to operations or leadership
• Experience supporting continuous improvement or safety initiatives

Culture and Commitment

At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Through training, mentorship, and development opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a meaningful and lasting impact. We also recognize the importance of overall wellbeing. Emerson offers flexible and competitive benefits designed to support you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our culture supports work-life balance through flexible time-off plans, including vacation, holiday leave, and paid parental leave for both maternal and paternal caregivers.

About Us

WHY EMERSON Our Commitment to Our People At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor. At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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