DESCRIPTION Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Team Lead will manage and execute daily Distribution Center Operations to ensure customer requirements are met in a manner that is consistent with company’s safety, service and cost objectives. This will be a working lead hand who will oversee the day-to‑day functions including but not limited to Receiving, order fulfillment, shipping, inventory. Must be able to work flexible hours/overtime when necessary, including weekends. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Plans and schedules personnel to ensure proper staffing to receive, pick, pack and ship, a productive, safe, cost‑efficient manner. Ascertains that product inbound and outbound adheres to current procedures and safety measures while maintaining high customer service levels. Conduct daily start‑up meetings and organize daily work assignments to associates. Provide daily leadership and hands‑on support for the warehouse associates. Trains warehouse operators in the proper execution of warehouse processes, equipment, and tools necessary to perform their jobs. Guarantees the efficient and safe operation of all material handling equipment and point of contact for any safety issues on first or second shift. Promotes a positive, inclusive work environment through effectively communicating and interpreting company policies for warehouse operators, coaching and counseling, responding to general inquiries, analyzing and resolving work problems in a timely manner and in accordance with company policies. Must maintain a clean and organized work area and adhere to 5S Standards. Assist Warehouse Manager in identifying and formalizing, creating and updating policies and procedures. Completes necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate manner. Participates in operations development and problem‑solving meetings as requested. Maintains confidentiality in all areas. Must be able to communicate respectfully and effectively with all levels of employees. Ability to assist in fostering and driving a team‑based results environment. Performs tasks involving inventory handling, checks, inspection, sorting and disposition of damaged goods ensuring proper inventory management. Performs work of warehouse associates including Kardex tasks. Ensure Cycle Count Schedule is adhered to and maintained as per corporate guidelines on perpetual inventory. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Graduated from college or university program with a focus on Data Analytics, Business or Previous warehouse experience 3-5 years. Excellent technical proficiency with MS Office Suite (advanced Excel required, i.e. sorting and filtering data, VLOOKUP, data entry and formatting, Pivot Tables). Supervisory Experience 1-2 years. Strong people leader with Continuous Improvement mindset and demonstrated experience in leading process improvement projects. Should have used Lean and/or Six Sigma methodology for problem solving. Experience in leading WMS transitions/implementation. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work well under pressure in a team environment and effectively communicate with team members. Must be able to operate all moving and lifting vehicles: Reach Truck and Electric Pallet Truck. Must be able to work independently with little supervision while maintaining excellent communication skills with all associates; excellent team player skills required. Flexible working hours (if required) to help or transfer to other shifts. Must have a high record of quality when performing activities. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Detail oriented, efficient, and well organized. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems. We are offering an attractive remuneration package, with an hourly wage of $26.40/hour, employee benefits and the opportunity to contribute to a fast‑paced growing company with dynamic leadership and a history of growth and profitability. We are an equal opportunity employer. Phoenix Contact Ltd welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr