Shift Operations Lead - Lean & Safety Champion

RK Logistics Group; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Logistics Group is seeking a Lead I to supervise and mentor a logistics team on a rotating shift, driving safety, productivity, and quality. You will coordinate cross‑department initiatives, analyze performance, and escalate issues to supervisors while ensuring on‑time, accurate crate handling and inventory control.

This role emphasizes Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement, requiring strong communication, scheduling, and problem‑solving skills to maintain high morale and meet daily quotas in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of experience in logistics or related field.
• Knowledge of Lean, 5S, and 7S methodologies.
• Forklift certification/experience.

Responsibilities

• Mentor team members and provide advanced training to ensure role clarity and departmental alignment
• Lead by example in professionalism, punctuality, and work ethic
• Foster a positive team attitude to maintain high morale and productivity
• Support onboarding and continuous training efforts
• Delegate tasks and monitor team performance to meet daily quotas
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, SOPs, and productivity goals
• Assist in scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow
• Monitor departmental emails and respond promptly
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and 5S principles
• Conduct performance analysis and report findings to senior management
• Run daily reports and address discrepancies
• Support monthly inventory counts and maintain accurate records
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve operational issues
• Maintain strong customer relationships and serve as a point of contact during visits
• Communicate effectively with engineers and other stakeholders
• Manage inbound/outbound shipments, will calls, and material transactions
• Monitor ticketing systems and process SAP transactions (RTS, NCI, SRK, etc.)
• Oversee inventory and ordering of crates, boxes, and cleanroom bags
• Sign IPC employee timecards and run RMBWA reports
• Provide supervisors, managers, peers, and subordinates with information about quality, safety, delivery, cost, and morale
• Assist the Supervisor in ensuring team adherence to policies, procedures, and productivity standards
• Ensure that all processes run smoothly and that workers are always kept safe
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service
• Navigate within WMS to check on material and its current location
• Assess and analyze current practices and drive improvements
• Partner and coordinate with management, peers, subordinates, and other internal departments to resolve issues and concerns
• Complete all other duties assigned

Skills

Math skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Lean knowledge

Soft skills

Collaboration

Time management

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

RF equipment

Job description

RK Logistics Group is seeking a Lead I to supervise and mentor a logistics team on a rotating shift, driving safety, productivity, and quality. You will coordinate cross‑department initiatives, analyze performance, and escalate issues to supervisors while ensuring on‑time, accurate crate handling and inventory control.

This role emphasizes Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement, requiring strong communication, scheduling, and problem‑solving skills to maintain high morale and meet daily quotas in