Team Leader

FCX Performance; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies in Florence, KY is seeking a Team Leader to act as the DC Supervisor’s on‑floor extension, bridging strategy and daily execution. This hands‑on role focuses on safe, accurate, and efficient operations while leading a team on daily warehouse activities.

You will guide start‑ups, workload balancing, and real‑time problem solving, ensuring KPI targets for accuracy, productivity, and receiving are met. Forklift certification and SAP experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of warehouse experience with at least 1 year in a supervisory role
• Strong organizational and communication skills with ability to interpret manuals and SOPs
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, able to work under pressure
• Experience with safety rules, operational standards, and problem solving
• Forklift experience and certification (training available) is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP is an asset

Responsibilities

• Act as primary on‑floor support to the DC Supervisor and translate daily priorities into execution.
• Assist with start‑ups, task sequencing, and workload balancing to meet service/productivity targets.
• Provide real‑time operational feedback on workflow constraints, staffing needs, and issues.
• Lead on the floor when the DC Supervisor is unavailable; manage daily warehouse operations.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders accurately and on time.
• Support internal and inter‑branch shipments and material transfers.
• Receive inbound materials with proper identification, staging and system transactions.
• Package assemblies and receive finished goods from internal or external sources.
• Ensure inventory movements are accurate and compliant with procedures.
• Support cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and variance investigations.
• Validate shipment labeling and documentation prior to release

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Impact As a Team Leader, you will serve as a key operational support to the Distribution Center Supervisor, acting as a day-to-day extension of leadership on the warehouse floor. This role is hands‑on and execution‑focused, bridging the gap between strategy and daily operations. You will help ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently by supporting the Supervisor with coordination, problem‑solving, and reinforcement of standards, while remaining actively involved in daily warehouse activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary on‑floor support to the DC Supervisor, helping translate daily priorities into effective execution.
• Support daily start‑ups, task sequencing, and workload balancing to ensure service and productivity targets are met.
• Provide real‑time operational feedback to the DC Supervisor regarding workflow constraints, staffing needs, and issues.
• Step in as the lead point of contact on the floor when the DC Supervisor is unavailable. Daily Warehouse Operations (Hands‑On Role)
• Pick, pack, and ship customer orders accurately and on time.
• Support internal and inter‑branch shipments (technical service groups, vendors, transfers).
• Receive inbound materials and ensure proper identification, staging, and system transactions.
• Package assemblies and receive finished goods from internal or external sources.
• Ensure inventory movements are completed accurately and in compliance with procedures.
• Support cycle counts, W2W activities, inventory reconciliation, and variance investigations.
• Validate shipment accuracy, labeling, and documentation prior to release.

Operational Support & Team Guidance

• Provide day‑to‑day guidance to warehouse associates by reinforcing priorities, standard work, and safety expectations.
• Support onboarding and training of new associates by demonstrating correct processes and best practices.
• Monitor work execution and elevate operational risks, inventory discrepancies, or service impacts to the DC Supervisor.
• Reinforce compliance with SOPs, quality requirements, and safety rules; lead by example on the floor.
• Assist with safety discussions, hazard identification, and corrective actions as directed by the Supervisor.

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Support the DC Supervisor in tracking and achieving key operational KPIs such as order accuracy, productivity, and receiving performance.
• Help maintain, follow, and improve standardized work instructions and SOPs.
• Identify day‑to‑day inefficiencies and propose practical improvement ideas to the Supervisor.
• Participate in Lean initiatives including 5S, waste elimination, and standardized work.
• Support Kaizen activities focused on housekeeping, layout optimization, material flow, and visual management.
• Help sustain improvements by reinforcing standards and accountability on the floor.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal departments such as Sales, Customer Service, Technical Services, Purchasing, and Finance to ensure seamless communication and alignment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant warehouse experience, including 1+ year in a supervisory role or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to interpret safety rules, operational manuals, and procedure documents.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, and able to work under pressure.
• Ability to implement processes, solve problems, and meet critical deadlines.
• Comfortable performing calculations related to discounts, freight estimates, dimensional weight, invoices, and percentages.
• Forklift experience and certification (training can be provided).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with SAP is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to meet physical requirements: standing, sitting, walking, twisting, lifting up to 20 lbs regularly, 30–40 lbs occasionally, climbing ladders, and using pallet jacks.

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value‑added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi‑channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.