Warehouse Tech Lead (VAS)
About the role
At Panduit, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a career where your contributions directly impact our customers, the environment and our company’s success. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, innovate, and be a part of an inclusive team that celebrates both individual and collective achievements. This position is eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus (to be received upon hire) and a $1,000 stay-on bonus (to be received after 6 months of employment). Step into our new, 400,000 sq. ft. distribution facility in Merrillville, IN, equipped with state-of-the-art technology designed to optimize efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
Responsibilities
As a Warehouse Tech Lead (VAS), you'll oversee the efficient flow of Value-Added Services (VAS) operations, including cable processing, kitting, relabeling, and customer-specific packaging activities. You'll ensure quality, productivity, and timely order completion while leading daily team activities, identifying process improvements, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. You'll serve as a working lead and may step in as Warehouse Supervisor when needed.
- Oversee shipping and VAS operations, ensuring timely, accurate order fulfillment and customer-specific product configurations.
- Manage inventory and VAS activities including receiving, restocks, put-aways, cycle counts, cable cutting, kitting, relabeling, and customer-specific packaging.
- Load and unload trucks and containers efficiently using powered industrial trucks (PIT), including order pickers, sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and reach trucks.
- Train and develop employees while directing daily team workloads and working alongside the team to achieve operational goals and KPI targets.
- Analyze warehouse and VAS processes to identify workplace issues, eliminate waste, and implement corrective actions that improve efficiency and productivity.
- Pick, pack, and complete customer and internal orders using RF units while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintain quality and housekeeping standards by ensuring a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
- Propose and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and waste elimination efforts.
- Act as backup to the Warehouse Supervisor, coordinating order processing, directing daily work activities, and supporting operational priorities.
- Handle order activity operations, including Oracle release and Transportation Management.
- Support administrative tasks such as storeroom control, recycling, space management, and processing raw material receipts in Oracle.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3+ years of warehouse or distribution experience, including experience leading daily work activities; 1+ years of PIT experience preferred.
- Experience operating powered industrial trucks (PIT), including order pickers, sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and reach trucks.
- Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, and Value-Added Services such as cable processing, kitting, relabeling, or customer-specific packaging preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify operational issues and recommend process improvements.
- Physical fitness: Lift up to 50 lbs., stand, handle, and reach at torso level for a majority of the day.
- Comfortable with heights.
- Comfortable with basic computer and keyboard functions.
- Reliable transportation and excellent punctuality.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Wages starting at $22/hr for Warehouse Tech Leads!
- Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.
- Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.
- Work in Comfort: Stay cool and focused with an air-conditioned workspace designed for productivity and comfort.
- Comprehensive Healthcare Options: Choose from multiple healthcare plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield to find the coverage that works for you.
Schedule
Work Shift Day (United States of America)