InterChange Group Inc
Lead and Shipping Coordinator - Dry Warehouse
InterChange Group Inc, Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States, 22802
Warehouse Lead
Work Hours: Day Shift - 5:00am to 5:00pm ***Work every other weekend*** Location: Harrisonburg, VA Report to: Dry Warehouse Supervisor/Operations Manager Responsibilities as Lead: Promote a safe work environment through personal actions Plans and leads the shift operations of an assigned facility, providing distribution and warehouse services to a wide variety of regional customers Monitor employee morale and other employment related issues, keeping supervision/management abreast of any items that may be of concern Plan and lead Warehouse Associates with the unloading/loading/processing operations using equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Work with supervision/management to communicate items such as hot shipments or deliveries, product on hold, work schedules, new procedures, new policies, etc. Lead Warehouse Associates in the proper rotation of stock, where applicable Assist with periodic inventories, and be prepared to lead Warehouse Associates in the proper cycle count, counting and re-counting procedures Lead and encourage Warehouse Associates in the areas of safety, industrial hygiene, general safety, environmental health, and fire safety Identify and reduce risks from potential hazards in the workplace and assist with compliance to OSHA and other regulatory rules and regulations Monitor maintenance of the warehouse and warehouse equipment, communicating any related problems to supervision/management Other duties as assigned As Shipping Coordinator: Direct workforce by utilizing Blue Yonder processes Problem solves systematic issues to maintain operator movement. Analyze and manage space considerations to maximize efficiency. Manage operations systematically in multiple locations. Ensure team member utilization and productivity by releasing work timely. Direct product to the correct area in the warehouse Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Ability to lead Warehouse Associates in the proper warehouse methods, principles and practices Ability to analyze pertinent factors related to stock and inventory control Ability to determine material requirements for specific or specialized projects Ability to maintain effective working relationship Ability to lead Warehouse Associates in the performance of material receipt, storage, shipping/distribution and record keeping functions Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously Prefer 1 year of Forklift experience (specific standup or sit down) in a warehouse or manufacturing environment but not mandatory. Training will be provided. Familiarity with RFID Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of warehousing operations including receipt, storage, issuance and distribution of a wide variety of commodities Knowledge of inventory control and inventory practices Knowledge of commercial shipping methods, terminology and equipment Knowledge of Federal, State and Local requirements for receipt, storage, issuance and disposal of hazardous materials and similar items requiring special handling Ability to coordinate, schedule and lead the work activity for assigned personnel Knowledge of facilities maintenance Strong teamwork skills must be able to train all team members on specific processes Must be able to work overtime, days and/or evenings, and weekends Must be able to work in a 35 degrees Fahrenheit cold storage environment. Ability to read numbers and labels Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to pay close attention to details and meet deadlines Ability to safely lift up to 60 lbs. frequently Training and Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent Two (2) years of warehousing experience in a moderate-sized warehouse. Supervisory experience is helpful but not required. Experience with Blue Yonder and/or successful completion of Blue Yonder training (will be provided) License/Certificates: Possession of a valid state driver's license is required. Possession of a valid state Class A or B driver's license is preferred.
Work Hours: Day Shift - 5:00am to 5:00pm ***Work every other weekend*** Location: Harrisonburg, VA Report to: Dry Warehouse Supervisor/Operations Manager Responsibilities as Lead: Promote a safe work environment through personal actions Plans and leads the shift operations of an assigned facility, providing distribution and warehouse services to a wide variety of regional customers Monitor employee morale and other employment related issues, keeping supervision/management abreast of any items that may be of concern Plan and lead Warehouse Associates with the unloading/loading/processing operations using equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Work with supervision/management to communicate items such as hot shipments or deliveries, product on hold, work schedules, new procedures, new policies, etc. Lead Warehouse Associates in the proper rotation of stock, where applicable Assist with periodic inventories, and be prepared to lead Warehouse Associates in the proper cycle count, counting and re-counting procedures Lead and encourage Warehouse Associates in the areas of safety, industrial hygiene, general safety, environmental health, and fire safety Identify and reduce risks from potential hazards in the workplace and assist with compliance to OSHA and other regulatory rules and regulations Monitor maintenance of the warehouse and warehouse equipment, communicating any related problems to supervision/management Other duties as assigned As Shipping Coordinator: Direct workforce by utilizing Blue Yonder processes Problem solves systematic issues to maintain operator movement. Analyze and manage space considerations to maximize efficiency. Manage operations systematically in multiple locations. Ensure team member utilization and productivity by releasing work timely. Direct product to the correct area in the warehouse Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Ability to lead Warehouse Associates in the proper warehouse methods, principles and practices Ability to analyze pertinent factors related to stock and inventory control Ability to determine material requirements for specific or specialized projects Ability to maintain effective working relationship Ability to lead Warehouse Associates in the performance of material receipt, storage, shipping/distribution and record keeping functions Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously Prefer 1 year of Forklift experience (specific standup or sit down) in a warehouse or manufacturing environment but not mandatory. Training will be provided. Familiarity with RFID Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of warehousing operations including receipt, storage, issuance and distribution of a wide variety of commodities Knowledge of inventory control and inventory practices Knowledge of commercial shipping methods, terminology and equipment Knowledge of Federal, State and Local requirements for receipt, storage, issuance and disposal of hazardous materials and similar items requiring special handling Ability to coordinate, schedule and lead the work activity for assigned personnel Knowledge of facilities maintenance Strong teamwork skills must be able to train all team members on specific processes Must be able to work overtime, days and/or evenings, and weekends Must be able to work in a 35 degrees Fahrenheit cold storage environment. Ability to read numbers and labels Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to pay close attention to details and meet deadlines Ability to safely lift up to 60 lbs. frequently Training and Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent Two (2) years of warehousing experience in a moderate-sized warehouse. Supervisory experience is helpful but not required. Experience with Blue Yonder and/or successful completion of Blue Yonder training (will be provided) License/Certificates: Possession of a valid state driver's license is required. Possession of a valid state Class A or B driver's license is preferred.