Production Lead

Goodwill of Southern Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas is seeking a Salvage Production Leader to oversee the salvage process and production schedule. The role requires effective coordination with Dock and Forklift Leads to achieve production goals while maximizing efficiency.

Key responsibilities include completion of paperwork, acting as point of contact for buyers, and ensuring the efficient flow of salvage product. A high school diploma is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Salvage Production and manage the salvage process.
• Coordinate with Dock Leads and Forklift Leads for efficient operations.
• Ensure daily production quotas are met and manage product flow.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

To lead the Salvage Production through management of the salvage process and production schedule. Coordinates with Dock Leads and Forklift Leads to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of all distribution operations. The overall goal is to meet production and distribution requirements to maximize salvage sales by exceeding daily production quotas and managing product flow.

Responsibilities

• Completes all related paperwork and reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Serves as liaison between the Production area and Forklift to provide exceptional process flow in meeting the warehouse production goals.
• Serves as liaison between the Production team and the Salvage Buyer coordinator to ensure that load outs of salvage product are produced and ensure effective and efficient flow of product.
• Standardizes through written procedures and training the most efficient use of labor in each assigned area with daily standards of performance.
• Makes timely adjustments to increase salvage efficiency and quality based upon daily results.
• Acts as point of contact for daily Salvage buyers. Ensure contract requirements are fulfilled. Manages payment collection, and maintain appropriate paperwork required for daily pick-ups and sales.
• Assists in any other projects or tasks as determined by management.

Core Competencies

• Job Knowledge: Possesses comprehensive, functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform at a high level of accomplishment. Discerns how the job relates to other functions within the department and Goodwill operations. Follows policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Dependability: Meets deadlines and works autonomously. Focused, punctual, and maintains consistent attendance. Accountable and can be relied upon during challenging and unexpected situations.
• Service Oriented: Supports, assists, and advises internal and external customers in a timely manner displaying proactive and reactive behaviors. Demonstrates productive verbal and listening skills. Establishes and maintains effective relationships. Meets quality standards and evaluates customer satisfaction and results.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively and respectively with others and is sensitive to team member engagement. Communicates openly seeking and providing support. Shares knowledge, provides assistance, and contributes well as a leader, facilitator, or participant. Accountable to team.

Job Specific Competencies

• Productivity: Effectively problem solves while managing workload and time. Work produced in an accurate, consistent manner. Prioritizes and efficiently meets goals, objectives and deadlines. Assists others to ensure productivity. Makes a meaningful difference.
• Decision Making: Identifies and evaluates critical factors and alternatives. Anticipates outcomes and foresees logical consequences. Navigates risks and uncertainty. Seeks input from others. Persistent and makes difficult decisions objectively and pragmatically. Sought after for advice and solutions.
• Administrative Skills: Utilizes effective written and verbal communication skills. Versed in computer functionality, software, and technology trends. Exhibits efficient organizing, planning, problem solving, and scheduling skills. Effective in prioritizing and multitasking.
• Communication: Possesses effective verbal/non-verbal, written, listening, and digital skills. Articulates complex and simple thoughts proficiently with colleagues, supervisors, direct reports, and customers. Effectively persuades and affects change.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Environmental Factors

Due to the donation of materials, dust and animal hair may be present in the Warehouse throughout the year. Ninety percent of the duties are performed in the Goodwill Distribution Center with concrete flooring that has quasi-regulated temperatures. Ten percent of the duties involve being outside receiving donation deliveries or possibly loading/unloading a vehicle. Exposure to heat, cold, dust, and sometimes humidity is a possibility. The Warehouse environment includes working with limited air conditioning or heat.

Physical Factors

• The position is generally standing and walking; some bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting will be required when dealing with merchandise or donations.
• Must be able to lift/carry 100 pounds.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.