Distribution Team Lead: Drive Operations & Team Coaching

City of Shakopee, MN; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead to partner with supervisors, manage daily warehouse operations, and guide team members to meet productivity goals. You will adjust staffing, oversee training, and ensure timely shipping while upholding quality standards.

The role requires at least a year in a warehouse setting and leadership experience, with strong communication skills and comfort with computer systems. Emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience with leadership or team coordination responsibilities.
• Ability to understand and communicate quality requirements and oversee daily operations.
• Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with email communication.
• Willingness to learn and use a computer and job-related software.
• Ability to instruct and direct a small team performing varied tasks.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Supervisor to support employee performance, manpower utilization, and ongoing training needs.
• Plan, organize, and help maintain standard operating practices and procedures within the department.
• Lead and guide team members in day-to-day warehouse activities.
• Communicate daily workload and priorities, assigning tasks to ensure efficient flow of work.
• Adjust staffing levels in collaboration with other Team Leads and Supervisors to meet customer demand.
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and direction to team members.
• Review and analyze productivity and kitting reports to support established performance goals.
• Use problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve operational challenges.
• Perform associate or operator duties when operational needs require additional support.
• Ensure completed goods are shipped the same day whenever possible.
• Report safety, quality, productivity, equipment, or personnel concerns to the Supervisor.
• Complete additional duties as assigned to support department and business needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Coaching

Data-driven decisions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

JD Edwards (JDE)

Job description

Emerson is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead to partner with supervisors, manage daily warehouse operations, and guide team members to meet productivity goals. You will adjust staffing, oversee training, and ensure timely shipping while upholding quality standards.

The role requires at least a year in a warehouse setting and leadership experience, with strong communication skills and comfort with computer systems. Emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.