Lead – Warehouse/Logistics

Manitou Bf; Yankton (SD); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Volunteer program

Job summary

Manitou Group is seeking a dedicated leader to head the assigned production line at our Yankton, South Dakota facility. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity while developing staff and ensuring timely, accurate component deliveries.

Ideal candidates will have proven operator experience with leadership preference, excellent communication, and the ability to implement new processes. This on-site position offers a first shift and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build and mentor a team effectively.
• Detail oriented with strong problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assigned line operation and direct the team with safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Develop staff requirements and ensure efficient department operations.
• Ensure safe operation and on-time, accurate delivery of components meeting customer needs.
• Train, coach, prioritize workload, and coordinate with other departments.
• Maintain OSHA compliance and document processes per guidelines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team building

Coaching & mentoring

High attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. Based on a “One United Team” focus, we internationally cultivate our purpose-driven and agile work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we cultivate, build and elevate our more than 6000 employees and their diversity across more than 30 countries we operate in. There are 6 main plants with locations in France, the USA, India, Italy and more than 30 subsidiaries all around the world.

Are you looking for a new opportunity? Join us to be part of our continuous success.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

This position will lead the assigned line operation. Responsibility will include working with the Supervisor to direct the team to drive improvement in Safety, Quality, and Productivity as well as employee development. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in leading operators with the above listed goals. This position will report to the Logistics Supervisor.

Shift Available: 1st Shift – Monday-Thursday 5a-3:30p

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the team in running the developed scheduling systems for department operations.
• Develop staff and train requirements for the efficient operation of the department.
• Responsible for the safe operation of the department.
• Responsible for the delivery of components meeting the customers needs in delivery schedule, quantity, and quality.
• Assist employees with trouble shooting etc.Additionally, escal...
• Train and educate employees along with motivating and coaching.
• Oversee and organize the workload of the department.
• Complete all required documentation within established guidelines and appropriate timeframes.
• Collaborate with other departments.
• Ability to prioritize workload as new work comes into the department.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Work with the leadership team to create/implement processes and procedures.
• Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with team leads.
• Strong customer first attitude with the ability to retain employees.
• Delegate projects as needed
• Other related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience has a high-performing operator.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.

EXPERTISE:

• Excellent communication skills – written, listening and verbal.
• Ability to work well with other areas to accomplish necessary goals within the company.
• Team building knowledge
• Able to use tools and equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
• Handles change well, and are able to implement new processes/procedures to the next level.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm in high pressure situations.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understand and support company policies and procedures
• Highly organized, detail oriented with good problem solving skills.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to stand on concrete floor up to 10 hours per day.
• Requires working in an office environment, will be seated in a posture position.
• Will utilize a computer terminal for periods of time, and phone use using a handset or headset.
• Required to visit other departments on a needed basis to resolve issues.
• Required to work flexible hours as required for production operations.

What does MANITOU Group offer?

• Base Pay Range between $28 – $32 per hour, plus a potential quarterly bonus based on performance metrics
  • Actual pay determined by experience level, skills, qualifications & work location
• This position is located onsite in Yankton, South Dakota
• In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision, a matching 401k, tuition reimbursement, volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year and so much more!
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status.