Lovejoy, a company within the Timken family of brands, is hiring a Team Lead/Receiving Clerk.
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Position Summary: The Distribution Team Lead/Receiving clerk is a key operational role responsible for managing day:to:day shipping and receiving functions, while leading and developing team members to ensure optimal performance and process adherence. With deep subject matter expertise in (warehouse and distribution)WDL functions, this role provides hands:on support across departments, ensuring continuity of operations during absences and disruptions.
Responsibilities:
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:Leading and Training DWL team on current and new processes.
:Oversee daily shipping functions. Ensuring accurate and timely processing of shipments.
:SME on all WDL Functions. Back up department in all areas when needed and covering for call offs or scheduled time off.
:Communicate any discrepancies and/or performance issues to the Distribution Manager in a timely manner.
:Follow, interpret and apply company policies, and procedures to team members.
:Floor Presence 75 of the time.
:Schedule the work while in process, taking responsibility for quality and efficiency.
:Communicate company policies, procedures, and methods to associates as required.
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Supports facilities projects on a regular basis
:Create a safe work environment by ensuring safety policies and procedures are followed, promptly addressing safety hazards, and engaging in the continuous improvement of safety.
:Ensure quality requirements are met throughout the shipping/receiving process.
:Problem solve and implement corrective actions for shipping/receiving issues that develop during the shift.
:Maintain a strong team and effective communication between associates, shifts, and plant leaders.
:Ensure team capability and flexibility through training and operational support.
:Coordinate machine repair and preventive maintenance with maintenance technicians.
:Maintain associate schedules.
:Identify opportunities for improvement through lean practices such as inventory reduction, lead time reduction, cost of manufacturing, etc.
:Ensure associates are engaged and are participating in continuous improvement efforts.
:Receiving clerk responsibilities.
:Responsible for any other duties or tasks as assigned by Management.
Basic Qualifications:
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Demonstrated leadership communication skills (verbal and written)
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Systemic:thinking and problem:solving skills
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Functional PC skills (MS Office including Excel, databases)
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Prior distribution leadership experience in a team environment
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Talent management and motivational skills
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Communication skills (verbal and written)
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Previous forklift experience
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5+ years of manufacturing and/or distribution experience preferred
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5+ years of workplace leadership, prior supervisory, or formal leadership experience preferred
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High School Diploma or GED
Physical Requirements:
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75 of the time on feet.
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Ability to lift up to 35lbs.
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Ability to lift over 50lbs with proper lifting devices.
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