Lead Logistics Associate II

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Accurately ship products to internal and external customers using ShipConsole or Oracle EBS.
• Ensure timely execution of shipping paperwork, organize records, verify items, and assist with packaging and labeling.
• Manage the preparation and verification of outgoing shipments, including HAZMAT materials, ensure that all necessary labels are affixed.
• Ensure compliance with shipping procedures and ISO standards for both domestic and international shipments.
• Systematically ship products internally, domestically, and internationally, ensure accuracy and compliance with shipping procedures and ISO standards.
• Communicate effectively with relevant parties to resolve shipping issues and ensure smooth operations.
• Independently and in team environment, pick work and sales orders, fulfill requests, put away materials, and ensure material is delivered to proper locations in a timely manner.
• Identify and correct any discrepancies in Oracle EBS or Apex and provide a detailed Root Cause explanation for each discrepancy afterwards.
• Provide assistance to leadership in maintaining production and KPIs and have the ability to clearly articulate the material flow throughout Logistics.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by correctly identifying, labeling, and transacting materials and supplies; support Production's needs physically and digitally, approve cycle counts, and perform inventory adjustments to ensure inventory remains accurate.
• Ammunition Division only: Affix shipping labels, HAZMAT labels, and packing lists on packed cartons. Record information such as item number, lot number, weight, number of packages, etc. with 100% accuracy.
• Ammunition Division only: Accurately record information such as item number, lot number, weight, number of packages, Net Explosive Weight (NEW), Net Weights, etc. with 100% accuracy.
• Assemble cardboard containers and insert items into containers using spacers, fillers, and protective cushioning. Verify and keep organized records of outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment, verify items picked on sales order tickets and check shipments to ensure little to no void space.
• Wrap and bind containers using pallet wrapping machine and strapping equipment.
• Visually inspect materials, products, and containers for damage.
• Train and mentor new team members, ensuring a successful transition into their role and the organization.
• Train current staff, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational standards, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Guide and support the Logistics teams while ensuring alignment with safety and quality standards.
• Support the development of skills, promote adherence to processes, and ensure safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Logistic supervisors and leads to maintain consistent departmental performance.
• Informal problem resolution leader within Logistics. Ability to Troubleshoot and resolve issues within all Logistics functions to immediate resolution.
• Assign and balance projects and tasks among the group.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal customers in the organization.
• Lead problem solving teams within the group’s areas of responsibilities.
• Oversee the workflow and ensure timely completion of projects.
• Report project status and completion to higher levels of management.
• Provide input to Supervisor or Manager regarding performance reviews and goals for the group members.
• May lead and actively volunteer for Continuous Improvement projects and tasks.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of Logistics experience required.
• Knowledge of material moving equipment such as pallet jacks, dollies, handheld scanners, etc. Knowledge of PITs and MEWPs is a plus.
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) experience required.
• Experienced in creating and maintaining Monday.com boards and documents.
• Advanced knowledge of Logistics transactions within Oracle and Apex applications.
• Ammunition Division only: ShipConsole and ShipHazmat required.
• Ammunition Division certification requirements: DOT-Hazardous Materials Non-Bulk training (HM 126-F), IATA-International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods training, IMDG-International Maritime Dangerous Goods training, DOT Hazmat Surface Modes training, DOT/IATA/IMDG RADIOACTIVE EXCEPTED PACKAGING (CLASS 7 RADIOACTIVE).
• Demonstrated ability to lead others.
• Helps in other subdepartments of the Logistics team regularly, works with and relays information to other departments' leadership regularly.
• Completes all assigned tasks ahead of schedule and actively looks for additional tasks to support business objectives, while assisting others.