LOGISTICS/TEAM LEADER

Kroger-54356a75; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Kroger Family of Companies is seeking a Team Lead at our Romulus, MI DC/FC to oversee merchandise flow and supervise associates while ensuring safety, accuracy, and quality across receiving, put-away, picking and shipping.

You will lead daily huddles, assign resources, monitor performance to engineering labor standards, and resolve production issues through teamwork. This on-site role requires weekend/evening availability and a commitment to our core values.

Qualifications

• Must be at least age 18.
• 2 years of DC/FC experience as a production associate.
• Strong computer skills using operating production system to track production flow.
• Ability to train, coach and develop associates.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and team members.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to work through problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Accuracy and a high attention to detail.
• Ability to meet production standards.
• Ability to work within set timeframes and fixed deadlines.
• High school education or general education degree (GED).
• Prior coaching, team lead and/or training experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead DC/FC operations as a team leader.
• Perform duties within established engineered labor standards.
• Identify and troubleshoot production issues and communicate to supervision for resolution.
• Assist supervisors in assigning resources.
• Provide training and lead daily huddles and other team meetings.
• Coach/direct team members in the performance of their duties; provide frequent feedback.
• Operate industrial equipment in a safe/efficient manner.
• Verify/keep records on incoming shipments and route records to processing areas.
• Select orders according to preferred methods.
• Follow voice commands and/or read orders to ascertain whether the correct case number and quantity of merchandise has been selected.
• Obtain merchandise from bins/shelves/pick slots.
• Build pallets and sort merchandise.
• Wrap completed store orders and submit orders to shipping.
• Load shipments onto trucks in a safe/efficient manner.
• Complete outbound product paperwork.
• Use power lift equipment to move incoming merchandise from the receiving area to the proper location in the warehouse.
• Separate and move pallets.
• Replenish order selection locations.
• Learn to operate special, job-specific equipment, machinery and/or tools.
• Maintain flexibility to work weekends, nights, overtime and holidays on a regular basis.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this posi tion with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching/Training

Communication

Basic math

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Computers/production systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for the efficient flow of merchandise into and out of the distribution center/fulfillment center (DC/FC) by receiving, putting away product, filling store orders and loading outbound product onto trailers while monitoring and ensuring safety, product accuracy and quality. Assist in monitoring workflow, identifying opportunities for improvement and resolving production issues through communication and teamwork. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team leader to assist in all DC or FC functionality
• Execute team lead duties within established engineered labor standards
• Identify and troubleshoot production issues and communicate to supervision for resolution
• Assist supervisors in assigning resources
• Provide training and lead daily huddles and other team meetings
• Coach/direct team members in the performance of their duties; provide frequent feedback
• Operate industrial equipment in a safe/efficient manner
• Verify/keep records on incoming shipments and route records to processing areas
• Select orders according to preferred methods
• Follow voice commands and/or read orders to ascertain whether the correct case number and quantity of merchandise has been selected
• Obtain merchandise from bins/shelves/pick slots
• Build pallets and sort merchandise
• Wrap completed store orders and submit orders to shipping
• Load shipments onto trucks in a safe/efficient manner
• Complete outbound product paperwork
• Use power lift equipment to move incoming merchandise from the receiving area to the proper location in the warehouse
• Separate and move pallets
• Replenish order selection locations
• Learn to operate special, job-specific equipment, machinery and/or tools
• Maintain flexibility to work weekends, nights, overtime and holidays on a regular basis
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this posi tion with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Must be at least age 18
• 2 years of DC/FC experience as a production associate
• Strong computer skills using operating production system to track production flow
• Ability to train, coach and develop associates
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and team members
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to work through problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Accuracy and a high attention to detail
• Ability to meet production standards
• Ability to work within set timeframes and fixed deadlines
• High school education or general education degree (GED)
• Prior coaching, team lead and/or training experience

Job Info

• Job Identification 228180
• Job Category Supply Chain/Logistics
• Locations 15675 Wahrman St, Romulus, MI, 48174, US (On-site)

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.