Logistics Operations Lead — Process Improvement

RK Logistics Group, Inc; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Logistics Group in Fremont, CA seeks a Lead I to oversee warehouse operations on the designated shift. You will mentor staff, ensure safety, quality, and productivity, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and meet daily quotas.

You will drive continuous improvements using Lean and 5S, analyze performance, run daily reports, and communicate with engineers and management. A strong safety mindset and reliable leadership are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of logistics experience.
• Strong math, writing, and communication skills.
• Intermediate computer proficiency; SAP and Microsoft Office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentor team members and provide advanced training to ensure role clarity and departmental alignment.
• Lead by example in professionalism, punctuality, and work ethic.
• Foster a positive team attitude to maintain high morale and productivity.
• Support onboarding and continuous training efforts.
• Delegate tasks and monitor team performance to meet daily quotas.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, SOPs, and productivity goals.
• Assist in scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow.
• Monitor departmental emails and respond promptly.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and 5S principles.
• Conduct performance analysis and report findings to senior management.
• Run daily reports and address discrepancies.
• Support monthly inventory counts and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve operational issues.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and serve as a point of contact during visits.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and other stakeholders.
• Manage inbound/outbound shipments, will calls, and material transactions.
• Monitor ticketing systems and process SAP transactions (RTS, NCI, SRK, etc.).
• Oversee inventory and ordering of crates, boxes, and cleanroom bags.
• Sign IPC employee timecards and run RMBWA reports.
• Provide supervisors, managers, peers, and subordinates with information about quality, safety, delivery, cost, and morale.
• Assist the Supervisor in ensuring team adherence to policies, procedures, and productivity standards.
• Ensure that all processes run smoothly and that workers are always kept safe.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service.
• Navigate within WMS to check on material and its current location.
• Assess and analyze current practices and drive improvements.
• Partner and coordinate with management, peers, subordinates, and other internal departments to resolve issues and concerns.
• Complete all other duties assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Integrity

Adaptability

Teamwork

Safety minded

Communication

Time management

Lean/5S knowledge

Ability to train

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-4 years logistics experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

RF equipment

Job description

RK Logistics Group in Fremont, CA seeks a Lead I to oversee warehouse operations on the designated shift. You will mentor staff, ensure safety, quality, and productivity, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and meet daily quotas.

You will drive continuous improvements using Lean and 5S, analyze performance, run daily reports, and communicate with engineers and management. A strong safety mindset and reliable leadership are required.