Job Description

Reporting to the Operations Manager, 2nd Shift, the Next Pick Lead provides leadership and direction to Next Pick associates, including pre-shift work planning and delegation/assignment of work each shift. Additionally, the Next Pick Lead is responsible for completing the work of a Next Pick forklift driver and Next Pick Warehouse Associate. Working collaboratively with the Operations Manager and Coordinator, the Next Pick Lead assists in ensuring that operations align with company-wide strategies and initiatives.





Responsibilities


Prepare and communicate daily work plans and goals based on facility needs and backlog priority Complete all reporting required for pre and post shift and provide operational data from Next Pick processes

Work closely with Operations Manager to achieve budgeted UPH and quality standards Facilitate effective communication to associates in the department through daily huddles Perform routine Next Pick Warehouse Associate duties, including but not limited to scanning, counting, and stacking items onto carts/shelves, in a fast and accurate manner Move product from overhead areas to stocking locations using a forklift Responsible for following and promoting all safety rules, regulations and guidelines daily Ensure that operations are aligned and performed to achieve all 2nd shift key performance indicators including productivity, quality, and safety Assist, when needed, in managing the execution of all aspects of the Engineering, Replenishment, and Restock departments Monitor work processes to determine how current processes could be improved from a productivity, quality, or safety perspective Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent 1 year of related warehouse operations experience Prior leadership experience strongly preferred
Skills


Proven ability to lead work teams successfully, while displaying core leadership skills Excellent verbal/written communication skills Forklift certified or become forklift certified and be able to retain certification Good problem-solving skills

Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office and Outlook) Excellent time management skills Ability to create and maintain professional relationships with management, senior management, and corporate office personnel

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Stand for long period of time, up to 4 continuous hours, 8 - 12 hours during a shift Walk up to 8 miles a day. Walking short distances through the department/building Use hands/arms to operate required equipment and repetitive motion activities Lift objects up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance Communicate using writing, speech, sight, and sound with or without assistive device. * Bend, stoop or crouch while performing daily activities of the job.