Assistant Foreman

About the Role

Under the direction of the Shipping Supervisor, the Assistant Foreman plays an integral part in leading a designated group of material handlers by assigning work, resolving shipping or equipment problems, and ensuring work is completed to the highest standards of safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example by actively promoting and demonstrating behaviors that align with GAF culture drivers: Operate as One Team, Put Our Customers First, Take Full Ownership, and Make Things Better Every Day.
• Maintain equipment and work areas and create a safe work environment by developing safe work practices and enforcing compliance with company/site safety policies.
• Investigate inventory shortages, equipment defects, and causes for shipping delays.
• Maintain morale and employee relations and adjust minor complaints.
• Immediately report to supervisor and Human Resources any potential or actual safety or compliance policy violations.
• Coordinate daily work of material handlers, assigning work, resolving problems/barriers, and reviewing quality of work.
• Actively participate in daily shipping operations to drive continuous improvement. Provide additional direct support to maintain safe and uninterrupted operations during team absences.
• Work closely with Planners, other Production and Shipping areas, and support groups to ensure that objectives are correctly prioritized and results are achieved.
• Plan and direct daily activities of the shipping/warehouse function to meet or exceed safety goals and service metrics (e.g., on time, production, and fill rate).
• Provide training to shipping employees in safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve quality, process, and mechanical problems, making minor repairs and equipment adjustments as needed.
• Ensure that material handlers are given all necessary tools and information to effectively complete work tasks.
• Utilize Maximo to submit work orders for all requests to Maintenance.
• Perform consistent, systematic, and thorough transitions with exiting and incoming shifts by utilizing the referenced shift handover template and foreman checklists.
• Assist in conducting shift huddles that review policy updates, Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Engagement priorities for the shift.
• Communicate via radio as required.
• Complete other tasks and duties as required or assigned.
• Respond to shipment status inquiries in a timely manner.
• Perform required relief duties for Shipping Supervisor position absences.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Previous warehousing and leadership experience preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of safety and quality requirements for safe operation of the area.
• Knowledge of Google Suite.
• Operate a mechanical forklift.
• Operate all equipment in the designated area of responsibility.
• Train others in proper equipment operation.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Ability to use mechanical and measurement devices and tools as necessary.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: Occasionally
• Move/Traverse: Frequently
• Stationary Position/Seated: Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting: Occasionally
• Transport/Carrying: Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pushing: Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pulling: Occasionally
• Ascend/Descend: Rarely
• Balancing: Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping: Occasionally
• Position Self/Kneeling: Occasionally
• Position Self/Crouching: Occasionally
• Position Self/Crawling: Rarely
• Reaching: Frequently
• Handling: Frequently
• Grasping: Frequently
• Feeling: Frequently
• Communicate/Talking: Frequently
• Communicate/Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Motions: Occasionally
• Coordination: Occasionally

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold: Occasionally
• Extreme heat: Occasionally
• Humid: Occasionally
• Wet: Rarely
• Noise: Occasionally
• Hazards: Occasionally
• Temperature Change: Occasionally
• Atmospheric Conditions: Occasionally
• Vibration: Frequently

Pay

Base Hourly Rate: $26.52. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Benefits

• Wide range of health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Family-building benefits supporting fertility and parenthood journeys.
• Robust 401K plan with employer match contribution for pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Wellness program, free financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates for your primary residence.
• Professional growth and development through internal training programs, courses, and a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Resource Groups focused on education and allyship for all employees.

Number of Indirect Reports: 8