Distribution Lead

Wallenius Wilhelmsen group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Career development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen group is seeking a Distribution Lead to oversee day-to-day production activities at our Vehicle processing Center. You will supervise a high-performing team, coordinate workflow, train staff, ensure safety and quality, and maintain records in Excel while driving operational success.

The role requires leadership experience, strong communication, and hands-on coaching. Working Thursday to Saturday, 6:00 AM–6:30 PM, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in vehicle processing, production, logistics, or a related operational environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, or training experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workflow by monitoring vehicle aging, prioritizing installations, and communicating lot activity with distribution to maintain production flow and minimize time on property.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Excel

Word

Organization

Problem Solving

Independence

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview:

Distribution Lead

Schedule:

Thursday – Saturday | 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM

We're seeking a motivated Distribution Lead to help oversee day-to-day production activities and support a high-performing team at our Vehicle processing Center. This role combines hands-on operational work with leadership responsibilities, including workflow coordination, employee training, quality oversight, and safety support. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and enjoys coaching others while helping drive operational success.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Coordinate daily workflow by monitoring vehicle aging, prioritizing installations, and communicating lot activity with distribution to maintain production flow and minimize time on property.
• Supervise valets, installers, and quality inspectors while tracking production, quality, and operational metrics and maintaining related records in Excel.
• Train, coach, and support employees through all phases of onboarding and development, including providing feedback to management, completing training documentation, and serving as an ongoing departmental resource.
• Promote safety, quality, and efficiency by coaching employees, addressing concerns, investigating accidents, identifying corrective actions, and escalating unresolved issues to leadership as needed.
• Conduct audits of SOP compliance, quality, and efficiency; create quality forms and basic Word documents; and communicate training and operational updates to employees and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners, perform essential functions of all department positions as needed, work in all weather conditions, and complete other duties as assigned.

Pay range $23.00 - $23.75 per hour

Job Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Minimum 3 years of experience in vehicle processing, production, logistics, or a related operational environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, or training experience required.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, supervisors, customers, and other departments.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling employee concerns and performance matters.

WHEN YOU JOIN US

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, we prioritize your well-being. Our industry-leading benefits and perks are designed to help you thrive in your career and your life outside of work. From affordable healthcare to well-being, we’ve got you covered.

• Choose from a range of low-cost health insurance options to support you well-being including medical, dental and vision after 30 days of employment
• Secure your financial future with an industry-leading company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Explore career development with access to on-the-job training
• Access to exclusive discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more!

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety-first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition.

ABOUT US

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is the global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting our customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end-customer. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics.

We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on delivering supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 9,500+ people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers in 28 countries.Together, we are building resilient, connected, data-driven, decarbonized solutions fit for the future.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated.

Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.