Warehouse Lead - 2nd shift

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Summary:

Responsibilities of this position include providing leadership/direction/engagement for the receiving, shipping and inventory control processes, under the general supervision of the Warehouse Supervisor. The Warehouse Lead will monitor departmental performance targets and assist in creating and executing plans for continuous improvement. This position will also have business responsibilities including increasing efficiencies, reducing costs & waste, improving safety, quality and productivity metrics for the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the receiving / shipping, and material handling functions at the production facilities and warehouses.
• Oversees/performs the verification of inbound/outbound shipments, inventory accuracy, and movement of material.
• Accomplishes departmental goals by communicating job expectations, planning, training, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Operates powered industrial equipment (PIT) in accordance with established safety procedures, completes daily checklists and notifies leadership of any issues that need addressed.
• Secures and maintains all necessary safety equipment and follows established safety procedures.
• To ensure that all aspects of the warehouse operations are adequately resourced and scheduled with the correct skill levels to efficiently deliver materials throughout the production facility to maximize direct labor efficiency and ensure on time delivery of products.
• Able to anticipate/identify problems and use available resources to provide effective solutions.
• Able to act on decisions with the corresponding level of urgency.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources, maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Actively encourage and apply lean techniques and processes.
• Delivers quality and accuracy in own and team’s work.
• Delivers high standards of workplace standards.
• Completes SOPs, Work Instructions, and other paperwork according to established company policy. 
• Maintains confidentiality of customer information, and other sensitive and confidential information. 
• Exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works overtime as needed due to workplace demands.  Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED required or in lieu of degree 3+ years minimum warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be forklift certified; stand up reach/sit down counterbalance.
• SAP experience is preferred.
• Computer proficient with ERP and Microsoft Office applications, Strong Excel skills required.
• Must have strong prioritization skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read, comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions including Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions; wear required PPE as needed Safety glasses, safety shoes and hearing protection; work as part of a team; develop and maintain good working relationships; perform multiple tasks and project simultaneously and manage time efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Other functions, skills and abilities may apply.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds manually. 
• Not a climate-controlled environment; the noise level is usually moderate.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time in front of a computer, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, crouch, talk, hear, push, and pull.
• Exposure to frequent movement of motorized equipment throughout the facility.
• Able to work overtime & weekends as required.
• Able to drive a box truck as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and directs the work of non-exempt shift employees.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.