Plant Lead- 2nd Shift

Reliance, Inc.; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Leadman to work with Shift Supervisors and staff to maximize production and quality from inbound materials to outbound shipments, while maintaining safety standards at our Cedar Hill facility.

You will coordinate production schedules, coach warehouse personnel, manage paperwork, and collaborate with drivers to ensure timely deliveries. The role requires 2–5 years in material handling, independent work, and strong problem-solving and mentoring skills.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years industrial material handling required.
• Proven ability to work independently
• Strong multitasking and time management skills
• Ability to think conceptually and solve problems effectively
• Proven mentorship capabilities

Responsibilities

• Work with the Shift Supervisor and warehouse staff to meet production goals.
• Coordinate production scheduling and traffic coordination to ensure on-time shipments.
• Supervise the shift in the absence of the Shift Supervisor to meet targets.
• Perform warehouse duties and backfill as needed to clear backlogs.
• Coordinate with Truck Drivers and maintain inter-shift communication.
• Review and enforce proper paperwork and procedures for production and personnel.
• Support HR and Safety in compliance and incident investigations.
• Maintain a high level of safety during shifts and manage policies.

Skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Time management

Problem solving

Mentorship

Job description

Job Summary

In this position, the Leadman will work in conjunction with the Shift Supervisor(s) and staff to maximize production safely while also maximizing quality from the inbound of materials to the outbound (to our customers).

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Work in conjunction with the Shift Supervisor with warehouse personnel (including assisting with coaching, performance reviews, training/re‑training, rewarding/disciplinary actions, handle conflict management/resolution, vacations and/or overtime scheduling).
• Assist the Shift Supervisor in coordinating production (including time scheduling, supporting processing schedules, support scheduling with traffic department – CPU’s, receiving, controlling overtime)
• In the absence of the Shift Supervisor, supervise the shift to meet production goals.
• Performance of any/all Warehouse Department tasks as required by the absence of a department member or due to the existence of a backlog of work.
• Coordinate and communicate with Truck Drivers as necessary.
• Maintain complete inter-shift communications
• Review/enforce proper paperwork and procedures regarding production and personnel.
• HR/Safety manager will work closely with and assist shift manager and shift supervisors regarding all legal, safety and personnel issues.
• Maintain a high level of safety during shift.
• Coordinate work order and other paperwork flow as required.
• Drive yard truck moving and organizing trailers into warehouse for loading order for shipment to customers.
• Assist with implementation and enforcement of all company policies/procedures with General Managers, HR Manager and Shift Managers.
• Work closely with other shifts/applicable managers on all major decisions.
• Identify weaknesses in any areas and ways to improve production/safety/quality/personnel processes.
• The shift supervisor and shift management team will be in charge and responsible for all warehouse/production issues and decisions.
• Promote and practice all company policies and procedures with an emphasis on safety.

Other duties as described by management.

Required Skills

• 2-5 years industrial material handling required.
• Proven ability to work independently
• Strong multitasking and time management skills
• Ability to think conceptually and solve problems effectivel
• Proven mentorship capabilities