Production Shift-Lead (Night Shift 5:45pm-6a)

UFP Industries, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company"s"

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Production Shift-Lead for the night shift (5:45pm–6:00am) in Buffalo, NY. You will direct team members, manage inventory accuracy through cycle counts and ERP reporting, and act as on-floor lead in the absence of management.

Responsibilities include coordinating with project teams, validating BOMs, organizing shipments, and maintaining communication with upper management. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in material handling/inventory or lead roles.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.
• Ability to read complex work orders/prints and interpret them accurately.
• Proficient in Excel-based reports and inventory data tracking.
• Knowledge of the custom store fixture industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and act as on-floor lead when Manager is absent.
• Oversee inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and BOM validation.
• Coordinate with project management to expedite customer requests.
• Manage receiving/shipping tasks and ERP transactions.
• Prepare shipments for unloading or transit and verify paperwork.

Skills

Leadership

Read work orders

Verbal & written comms

Problem solving

Excel reporting

ERP navigation

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Production Shift-Lead (Night Shift 5:45pm-6a)### Production Shift-Lead (Night Shift 5:45pm-6a)Apply: Buffalo, NY: Full time: Posted Today: R23445**Job Summary**This role will have a complete understanding of all material handling, inventory control practices, and reporting operations. They will operate with an extremely high level of professionalism and have the ability to work with the lead, supervisor, and upper management. **Principal Duties and Responsibilities*** Ability to provide direction to others and represent themselves as a leader* Operate as Manager when Manager is off floor or not in building* Expert understanding of all other material handling roles* Complete understanding of all other departments, and how to interact with them* Active communication with employees and upper management* Capable of locating product, completing cycle counts and making all transactions required to confirm, verify or ensure inventory accuracy and financial accuracy is maintained* Work directly with project management and project coordinators to expedite customer requests* Must be able to complete and close jobs (gatekeeper) put the items into inventory and assigns the locations, have knowledge of how to manage excel based reports such as the negative report, manage inventory transfers, etc.* Must be able to organize, plan, provide tools and information to prepare shipments for unloading or transit* Inspect inbound or outbound goods and confirm that paperwork matches actual and address any discrepancies or damage with a lead or manager* Be able to work independently while managing multiple priorities at the same time* Complete cycle counts upon request and provide results back to lead or area manager* Validate BOM’s for accuracy and correct thru the CSF process* Determines method, location and area of storage and provides data back to lead or manager for inventory transactions to be completed* Show proficiency and accuracy in completing picking and bin to bin transfers in the ERP system* Must be responsible for specific tasks or roles as assigned (Receiving/ Shipping clerk)* Operate all lift equipment but may be limited to lower rack heights or lower weight moves* Scan QR and Bar codes and complete basic pick transactions* Show proficiency and accuracy in completing picking and bin to bin transfers in the ERP system **Qualifications*** 5+ years of experience* Strong leadership skills* Ability to read work orders/prints and have advanced computer skills* Excellent verbal and written communication skills required* Print reading ability* Must be able to problem solve* Must have knowledge of custom store fixture industry and receiving* Ability to clearly identify product from package labels* Exceptional attention to detail and quality* Must also be willing to work flexible and overtime hours as needed **Hourly Pay Range:**$22.00-$30.00 hourly- dependent on experience\\*\\*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living Bonus/Incentive Pay: Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, and trip rate bonuses.A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided. **Benefits currently offered to our employees:*** Medical insurance* Health savings account with company contribution* Dental insurance* Vision insurance* Basic and voluntary life insurance* Disability insurance* 401(k) plan with company match* Paid vacation and holidays* Stock purchase program with employee discount* Educational reimbursement* Wellness programs and challenges* Other supplemental benefits