Warehouse Packer Lead
About the Role
Lead a team of packers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient and accurate packing of cabinets. Assign tasks, establish priorities, and oversee daily packing operations to meet shipment deadlines. Motivate and encourage team members to maintain high-quality packing standards and productivity. Supervise the packing process, ensuring cabinets are packed according to specifications and company standards. Conduct regular quality checks on packed cabinets to ensure they meet quality criteria before shipment. Assist in resolving any issues or discrepancies with packed items and collaborate with other departments to address quality concerns.
Maintain an organized packing area and ensure sufficient supplies are available for packaging cabinets. Provide training to new packers on packing techniques, quality standards, packsize machine and safety procedures. Offer coaching and support to team members to improve packing efficiency and accuracy. Ensure adherence to safety protocols and guidelines during packing activities to maintain a safe work environment. Provide training on proper lifting techniques to prevent injury and ensure personal safety.
Communicate effectively with your team, other team leads, and DC manager regarding packing schedules, inventory needs, and any issues encountered. Coordinate with shipping lead and logistics personnel to ensure timely and accurate delivery of packed cabinets.
Requirements
- Previous experience in packing, warehouse, or shipping environments with demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Able to motivate and lead a team to meet production and quality goals.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Proficient in handling packing materials and utilizing packing equipment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Additional training or certifications in warehouse management or leadership is a plus.
- Able to lift up to 49lb boxes.