Receiving Lead

Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport product using forklifts, pallet jacks, pickers, hand trucks, and the like off arriving shipping containers and store within the warehouse/distribution center for loading and shipping.
• Understand delivery schedule and ensure preparation for receipt is completed prior to arrival, to include work assignments.
• Distribute work assignments and ensure completion as required; provide guidance and assist with resolving problems or addressing questions.
• Accurately record and maintain receiving records to include weight, quantity, and the like; record information in the Warehouse Management System/ERP as appropriate.
• Maintain inventory, receiving, and related records and reports; monitor and report on shipment receipt status as appropriate.
• Coordinate with vendors for the delivery of materials.
• Receive and distribute parcel deliveries daily.
• Resolve simple or routine problems; keep the Supervisor/Manager apprised and informed; assist daily in ensuring smooth operations.
• Serve as a trainer to new and current Team Members; answer questions and provide guidance; provide equipment training.
• Lead the day-to-day activities of an assigned team. Provide guidance to members of the department, performing those responsibilities in accordance with the established policies and applicable laws.

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or completion of GED equivalent.
• Minimum Work Experience: Two (2) years of shipping/receiving experience, preferably in the consumer products industry.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid licensure/certificate to operate a forklift.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of distribution/warehousing standards.
• Knowledge of bulk parcel shipping methods and requirements (i.e. FedEx and UPS).
• Knowledge of international shipping/receiving procedures and documentation requirements.
• Proficiency using a Personal Computer (PC) to include Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Proficiency using an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform and/or Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Good communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a diverse environment and across the Company.
• Ability to lead/guide the work of coworkers.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work flexible, non-traditional hours when necessary.
• Ability to operate large distribution and packaging equipment (i.e. stretch wrap machine).
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: Normal Warehouse/Distribution Center Environment.