Distribution Center Lead - 1st shift
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Distribution Center Lead - 1st shift

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Wyoming, MI

About The Kendall Group

Kendall Electric, a division of The Kendall Group, seeks a talented, creative, self-motivated individual for our Distribution Center Lead position. The Kendall Group is comprised of seven divisions with 75+ locations in eleven states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fittings products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Why The Kendall Group?

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Role Summary:

Reporting to the Distribution Center Supervisor, the Distribution Center Lead is responsible for supporting the materials management function of the department that the Distribution Center Lead is over. The Distribution Center Lead is essential to the overall operation of the business. While specific daily tasks can vary depending on the company, a Distribution Center Lead's main responsibility is ensuring Distribution Center Associates are successfully following work processes and assisting them with training and development.

Exciting work you will do:

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Distribution Center Lead position may consist of some or all, and are not limited to, the following:

Assist Supervisor/Manager with daily tasks and projects as assigned

Assist Distribution Center Associates with work process questions and problems

Manage appropriate queues inside the Kendall business system

Prioritize workflow of scheduled orders

Check accuracy of Distribution Center Associates' work

Respond to shipment errors/inquiry emails

Monitor truck loading to ensure accuracy of loading

Perform defined Distribution Center activities specific to the receipt, placement into inventory, selection for shipment, and shipment of stock

Pick and pack orders accurately and promptly

Receive inventory accurately and promptly

Restock inventory in designated storage areas

Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures

Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas

Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards

Verify back-orders and adjust inventory as needed

Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures

Participate in safety initiatives as assigned

Must learn how to operate equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, crane, etc.

Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of Distribution Center

Check assigned equipment for proper operation/functionality and report problems to supervision

Attend meetings and training sessions

Other Distribution Center tasks as assigned

Competencies you possess:

Service Excellence

Results, Action Oriented

Accountability and Responsibility

Teamwork and collaboration

Safety Conscious

Developing Talent

Building Team Morale

Process Management

Awareness of the Needs of Others

What you'll need:

Work Experience: 1 year prior warehouse experience

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Analytics/Computer Skills: Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles; basic math and reasoning skills

Organization Skills: Excellent work ethic, good verbal, and communication skills ability to work independently

Cross-functional skills: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a Distribution Center Supervisor/Manager

Communication Skills: Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects

Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Ability to see, talk and hear

Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50lbs

Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, pull, and push during entire work shift

Ability to climb stair/step ladders up to 16 steps, bend, stoop, crouch and kneel

Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day

Physical Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to temperature conditions prevalent at the time; the noise level in the work environment is consistent with that of a distribution center.

Qualifications we prefer but don't require:

Work Experience: 3 years prior warehouse experience; 2 years prior experience operating forklift

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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