Inbound/Outbound Operations Lead - Safety & Shipping

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; Vonore (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. in Vonore, TN is seeking a Warehouse/Operations leader to oversee daily production workload, inventory flow, and safety compliance. This role focuses on coordinating receiving, picking, and shipping of priority product while maintaining safe, efficient operations.

The position requires strong safety culture, experience in distribution center operations, and ability to mentor associates. Expect collaboration across shifts and ongoing process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of experience in distribution center/warehouse operations or related area.
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills.
• Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Proven record of complying with safety requirements.
• Experience building a culture of safety among subordinates and peers.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all associates comprehend and execute safe work practices by performing regular safety observations and having regular safety discussions
• Identifies and resolves safety issues on the floor and notifies the appropriate party for resolution
• Addresses safety issues or trends escalated from associates
• Determines the daily workload (production volume) for department as established by the facility
• Monitors the flow of inventory in the facility frequently throughout the day
• Expedites receiving, picking and shipping of priority product to internal and external customers
• Research and resolve pick and ship reported errors and initiate efforts to prevent reoccurrence by addressing the root cause
• Train associates on equipment, documenting proficiency and directing resolution to equipment issues
• Completes all incident reports for in-house product damage, near misses and injuries, and equipment incidents completing accident reports for associate injuries
• Identifies and assists in implementing process improvements or new processes launched from SSC
• Identifies and takes action on needs for efficient operations, safety issues, and bottlenecks
• Monitors staffing needs for department/shift and adjusts work to be accomplished on the shift according to available resources and skillsets
• Conducts shift briefing and prepares shift turnover documentation
• Communicates effectively with associates regarding business objectives or current issues
• Monitors individual and team productivity and drive continuous productivity improvement through process enhancements and one on one coaching
• Approves off standard hours for associates ensuring accurate accounting of performance for work team
• Sets goals and communicates clear expectations for associates providing timely and constructive feedback
• Provides associates with meaningful developmental opportunities and prepares them for upward promotion as applicable
• Works with associates to build a work environment of engagement and inclusion
• Participates in the process of hiring talented individuals for the team, submitting, requisitions, interviewing, and assisting HR in the hiring process
• Train new hires and existing employees on processes and procedures as applicable
• Discusses and resolves conflicts between associates
• Sponsors and leads associates through change
• Responds to incidents or injuries and ensures first aid response takes place as needed
• Collaborates with the other operational shifts to ensure consistent processes and expectations

Skills

Safety culture

Microsoft Office

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4 years experience in DC/Warehouse operations

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lowe's Companies, Inc. in Vonore, TN is seeking a Warehouse/Operations leader to oversee daily production workload, inventory flow, and safety compliance. This role focuses on coordinating receiving, picking, and shipping of priority product while maintaining safe, efficient operations.

The position requires strong safety culture, experience in distribution center operations, and ability to mentor associates. Expect collaboration across shifts and ongoing process improvements.