Lead Order Picker

Hillman Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillman Group is seeking a proactive Order Processor for our Kansas City, MO warehouse. You will coordinate and supervise daily tasks, train associates, and ensure accurate inventories and on-time deliveries. A strong focus on safety and continuous improvement will drive efficiency and team morale.

The role requires high-energy, excellent communication, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. This position supports a fast-paced environment and emphasizes team collaboration and accurate

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience highly preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and work a flexible schedule.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Computer literacy to enter inventory, deliveries, and scheduling.
• Strong numeric ability and calculator use.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and able to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Communicate priorities with Area Manager and monitor work in progress.
• Assist and train team members; resolve operating problems.
• Promote teamwork and maintain clean, organized work area.
• Maintain knowledge of procedures and products.
• Input inventory, deliveries, and scheduling data.
• Encourage safety and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Effective communication

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Leadership by example

Numerical accuracy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two years related experience preferred

Tools

Hand-held RF Scanner

Job description

Job Summary

Perform, monitor, and assign work duties to warehouse personnel, prioritized, and established by the Area Manager, to ensure maximum productivity and efficiency. Drive a culture of safety, be self-motivated, with good organizational and team-building skills, and achieve high level results by embracing continuous improvement methodologies.

Essential Job Functions *

• Communicates with Area Manager to determine priorities, observes work-in-progress, and advises Area Manager of issues
• Serves as a resource to team members – answers questions and resolves operating problems
• Demonstrates “role model” work habits and fosters teamwork within the department
• Enhances team morale – discusses issues and suggestions with Area Manager and follows up with team members.
• Conducts on-the-job training and provides constructive feedback to employees
• Continually seeks opportunities to improve department operations
• Encourages team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Maintains a current knowledge of operating procedures and company products
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience is highly preferred

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multi-task and work a flexible schedule if required
• High energy, personal drive, and self-motivation to accomplish business goals
• Effective communicator, written and verbal
• Detail-oriented, strong multi-tasking, and organizational skills
• Computer literate / spreadsheet experience to enter inventory, deliveries and scheduling in order to track, analyze and manage operations effectively
• Motivated to train, learn, and lead by example
• Able to work from verbal and written instructions
• Able to work accurately with numbers and use a calculator

Operational Equipment

• Hand-held RF Scanner, PC

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

Order Processor: Fast paced, standing on concrete floors up to 8 hrs/day. Exposure to loud noise. Near vision required.

Physical Demands

Order Processor: Medium- Heavy, lifting up to 30 lbs.