Logistics Lead I - Continential Shift

Job Summary

The Logistics Lead is responsible for the direct operation of the Material Movement. They must coordinate and supervise employees in the handling of materials, help train and motivate employees in their work standards, and recommend disciplinary actions according to the plant rules and regulations. Must be able to operate forklifts to load ingredients, packaging, etc. onto customer trucks at loading docks in a safe, efficient and timely manner. Transports materials to proper holding area. Must keep work area clean and organized.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for all safety issues; including accident reports
• Follow and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and company policies at all times; must be familiar with GMP requirements and the employee handbook
• Assign employees to their work stations
• Direct employees activities
• Ensure product meet quality standards before it is loaded
• Take various checks to ensure quality and also make sure that all other tests that are assigned to employees are taken
• Assist in setting crew levels to promote efficiency
• May suggest work orders that might be needed
• Aid in inventory control
• Suggest disciplinary action that may be needed
• Responsible for various reports
• Provide input for the evaluation of the employees
• Promote harmonious working relations between employees in all departments and all levels of management
• Recommend methods to improve efficiency
• Maintain confidentiality
• Load materials
• Take inventory whenever needed
• Support production by taking supplies to production and back to warehouse
• Operate straight fork, and slip sheeter and clamp
• Complete forms used in department
• Verbally communicate problems to supervisor, production, data entry and accounting

Physical / Mental Requirements

• Able to work in a fast paced environment, while at the same time making sound decisions
• Able to use hands and fingers
• Able to see, hear and talk
• Able to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work in light to moderate noise levels; hearing protection may be required
• Physical and mental ability to work in excess of 40 hours per week
• Able to effectively present information to employees or management
• Repetitive reaching overhead, under and across throughout shift
• Perform general housekeeping, including sweeping, mopping, etc.
• Able to distinguish colors
• Possess basic math skills to perform simple counting, adding and subtracting
• Able to work in wet, humid areas
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Able to handle multiple priorities and tasks

Working Relationships

• Maintain harmonious working relations with employees from all departments
• Maintain harmonious working relations with management from all levels
• Communicate effectively with all employees and management
• Able to keep their own feelings/opinions, whether work related or otherwise, from affecting their performance

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.