Receiving Lead: Inventory, Dock Ops & Team Training

Nortek Air Solutions, LLC; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) Plan with company contributions

Job summary

Nortek Data Center Cooling seeks an experienced Receiving Lead at our Dyersburg facility to coordinate daily inbound material receipts and dock activities. This working-leader role requires verifying formal documentation, coordinating with Purchasing and Quality, and ensuring inventory integrity to support production needs.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in receiving/logistics, ERP experience (Syteline CSI preferred), and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in receiving, warehouse, logistics, distribution, inventory control, or manufacturing operations.
• Previous experience serving as a lead, coordinator, trainer, or informal team leader preferred.
• Strong knowledge of receiving operations, inventory control processes, material flow, and warehouse best practices.
• Experience utilizing ERP systems and inventory management software, preferably Syteline CSI.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and support team members in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across departments.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and adapt to changing business and production requirements.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to safety, quality, accuracy, and operational excellence.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, inventory accuracy methodologies, and continuous improvement practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment across receiving dock, warehouse, and material handling activities.
• Provide daily direction and support to receiving personnel to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to priorities.
• Coordinate inbound shipments, unloading activities, and receiving schedules with carriers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders, packing slips, bills of lading, and receiving documentation.
• Inspect incoming materials for quantity, quality, packaging condition, and compliance with company requirements.
• Process receipts in the ERP system and ensure timely and accurate inventory transactions.
• Coordinate nonconforming material activities, including documentation, segregation, and communication with Purchasing and Quality teams.
• Support material identification, labeling, traceability, and inventory accuracy requirements.
• Monitor dock operations to ensure materials are unloaded, staged, and moved efficiently to appropriate locations.
• Investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies, shortages, overages, damages, and supplier-related issues.
• Collaborate with Inventory Control and Materials teams to support cycle counts, inventory audits, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Maintain receiving documentation and records in accordance with company procedures and audit requirements.
• Train and onboard team members on receiving processes, ERP transactions, safety requirements, and equipment operation.
• Maintain organized receiving areas, staging locations, and warehouse housekeeping standards in accordance with 5S principles.
• Support safe operation and maintenance of forklifts, overhead cranes, scissor lifts, and other material handling equipment.
• Identify opportunities to improve receiving processes, dock utilization, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Receiving operations

Inventory management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Training others

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Syteline CSI

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Scissor lift operation

Job description

Nortek Data Center Cooling seeks an experienced Receiving Lead at our Dyersburg facility to coordinate daily inbound material receipts and dock activities. This working-leader role requires verifying formal documentation, coordinating with Purchasing and Quality, and ensuring inventory integrity to support production needs.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in receiving/logistics, ERP experience (Syteline CSI preferred), and strong leadership and communication skills.