Outbound Team Lead

Sysco - FreshPoint Central Florida, Inc., Division of FreshPoint Cent...; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a team leader to oversee packing operations in a fast-paced environment. This role involves guiding a team to ensure safety and efficiency while meeting customer demands. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of warehouse processes, and the ability to communicate effectively. Join a dynamic organization that values personal and professional growth, and be part of a team that is at the heart of food and service distribution.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in the produce industry or related field.
• General understanding of high-volume warehouse processing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to packing associates.
• Ensure safety and efficiency in operations.

Skills

Leadership Ability

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company: US1129 FreshPoint Central Florida, Inc., Division of FreshPoint Central Florida, Inc.

Zip Code: 32809

Minimum Level of Education: High School or Equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience: 2 Years

Employment Type: Full Time

Travel Percentage: 0

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco's actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience, and other individualized factors.

JOB SUMMARY

The team leader is responsible for providing daily leadership, direction, and support to packing associates, line feeders, and stackers; and maintaining a safe, organized, clean, and efficient operation. Must be able to proactively identify and analyze problems and implement appropriate corrective actions to improve performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Work with other line supervisors and management to ensure appropriate work priorities are assigned and issues are efficiently communicated and addressed.
2. Assign crew members to specific duties to maximize efficiency for a department.
3. Ensure that the crew is working safely and efficiently as a team.
4. Correct anyone who is not following preferred work methods and/or is working in an unsafe manner, as well as ensure all hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) and other food safety guidelines are followed at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

• 2 years (extensive) produce knowledge or related industry.

Professional Skills

• General understanding of processing procedures of a high-volume warehouse/production facility.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred.

Physical Demands

• Able to manually move 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, push, and pull.
• Constant standing and walking for periods over eight hours.

Decision-Making Authority

Most important decisions made fully independently:

• Assign duties to crew members and efficiently direct workflow.
• Ensure that crew is working safely, following all preferred work methods and food safety procedures and guidelines.

Most important decisions made with review and approval of other individuals or supervisors (include the reviews/approvals required):

• Assigning work priorities to meet customer demands.

Organizational Reporting

Supervisor Title: Supervisor/Manager

Benefits Information:

For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

Overview

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates.