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Team Leader - Material Handling - 3rd Shift

Alfalaval

  • Certified Equipment operation (Forklift, Order Picker) Ability to stand for majority of the work day
  • EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer

About Alfalaval

  • Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society.
  • Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources.
  • Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.
  • As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth.
  • So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and support the daily plan for the material handling team.
  • Assign resources as needed to meet daily goals.
  • Resolve discrepancies efficiently, train team members, and do root cause analysis/problem solving as needed.
  • As part of the team you will: Lead a team of material handlers to ensure parts picking is completed in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Collaborate closely with other warehouse/logistics teams to resolve issues.
  • Train team members to a high level of ERP system competency.
  • Review, plan, coordinate, and support the daily work of the department with a continuous focus on our ALPS priorities – Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
  • Drive daily ALPS Performance Meetings and weekly Improvement Meetings in the dept.
  • Run the daily shift startup/handover meetings.
  • Participate in projects and improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in all aspects of the Problem Resolution Process to help determine the root causes of problems and create sustainable solutions.
  • Provide departmental training Write and audit SOPs as required, and drive improvements to the processes.
  • Own the material handling activities in coordination with the production team.
  • Collaborate closely with the inventory team to resolve inventory discrepancies Serve as liaison between the dept., support functions, and Team Manager.
  • Ability to multi-task, self-manage, and prioritize to meet deadlines.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • You have a high school diploma or GED and 2 - 4 years previous warehouse logistics experience required 2 - 4 years previous material handling equipment experience required
  • Experience working with Bill of Materials, pick lists, and other manufacturing documents
  • Attention to detail Self-starter Team player
  • Organized Good communication skills
  • Be cooperative Be flexible
  • Be engaged in problem solving & improvement
  • Physical Factors Physical Requirements (lifting, climbing, standing, kneeling, and equipment use): Ability to lift 45 pounds occasionally
  • What’s in it for you?

Preferred

  • Experience with handheld barcode scanners (Zebra preferred)
  • Experience working with ERP systems (Microsoft D365 preferred)
  • Environmental Factors (hazardous materials, work location, work surfaces, exposure): Some hazardous material handling required

Pay

  • At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package.
  • We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.
  • The base hourly rate for this role is typically $23.50/hr. plus a $4.00/hr. shift stipend.

Benefits

  • We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value.
  • Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success.
  • Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more.