Value Packline Team Lead (Schedule: Mon - Friday 3pm - 11:30pm) at Wavepoint3pl – Erie, Pennsylvania

The position is responsible for the accurate and efficient execution of all work processes necessary to complete efficient, quality, and safe operations on our VP Line. Ensures the operating efficiency, accuracy, and damage targets are met by managing and communicating with team members and Warehouse leadership.

Leadership Skills:

• Sets an example of personal performance and integrity, which encourages excellence and collaboration among team members. Follows up on commitments to others.
• Able to effectively lead and manage other team members. Uses coaching and recognition to achieve desired results constructively.
• Addresses subordinate’s performance when not meeting expectations. Gives training and coaching to subordinates when needed. Demonstrates good judgment when involving management in personnel issues.
• Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships, both internal and external to the organization. Considers the feelings and opinions of others when dealing with conflict or problem-solving issues.
• Is self-directed in initiating actions towards goals. Displays a solid work ethic and will persist at tasks despite encountering unexpected difficulties.
• Think creatively in developing solutions. Applies technical knowledge effectively.
• Able to display confidence even in stressful situations. Deals constructively with his own failures-takes ownership. Able to shift priorities to accommodate changing job demands.
• Communicates with employees and truck drivers effectively and positively.
• Keeps others informed with necessary and relevant information.
• Understands and applies relevant business knowledge/education with employees (ex., Performance standards, Department Goals, Continuous Improvement, etc).

Technical Skills:

• Set up and maintain Secondary Packaging operations and all components of the area.
• Maintain accurate inventory count and levels for tape machine, packaging, pies, materials, pallets, and other related products.
• Verify the accuracy of paperwork and customer order documentation, including flavor, caddy, item code, customers, and quantities.
• Oversee pallet-handling operations and promote a safe, efficient workspace.
• Prepare data and reports, including shortages, inventory discrepancies, and proper labeling.
• Train new employees as needed in secondary packaging operations, inventory, and product guidelines.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Lean training preferred, not required.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Must be proficient in basic math.
• Must be proficient in the Oracle system and understand all necessary operations and reports.
• Must be efficient and accurate in data/billing entries into the system. Must achieve all necessary deadlines.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with customers by e-mail, phone, and other correspondence. Must be prompt and accurate in all responses.
• Skilled in the operation of relevant material handling equipment (ex., forklifts, stretch wrappers, etc.). Able to effectively train others in how to safely operate.