Lead, Picking Department (4am-12pm)

SUMMARY: To coordinate workers in Picking duties and to ensure one-day turnaround of all orders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Distributes daily work assignments in accordance with procedures established by Picking Supervisor;

2. Monitor productivity of workers and document any system or personnel problems;

3. Keep Supervisor informed of any projected delays, shift staff into case Picking, Packing, or QC as needed;

4. Direct and assist staff on verifying all shipments routed to QC station due to weight/cube problems;

5. Train new employees in Picking procedures and Packing/QC procedures, and equipment and safety issues;

6. Assist Supervisor with annual performance reviews;

7. Assist with work backlogs as needed;

8. Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: As assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Picking Associates; Picking Coordinators

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds;

• Excellent communication, problem documentation, delegation, team leadership skills;

• Ability to master warehouse WMS system;

• Familiarity with Radio Frequency and Pick-To-Light technology helpful;

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent to at least a high school diploma and minimum 2 yrs. warehouse Lead experience preferred.

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