Team Leader - Offsite Inventory Control

Alfa Laval; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Wellness program

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Alfa Laval is seeking a motivated Materials Handler Lead to coordinate daily plans for the material handling team in our Virginia facility. You will assign resources, resolve discrepancies, train staff, and drive continuous improvement through ERP-driven processes.

Join a collaborative team focused on ALPS priorities—Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost—and help optimize parts picking, inventory accuracy, and production support in a fast-paced environment with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years warehouse logistics experience.
• 2–4 years material handling equipment experience.
• Experience with handheld barcode scanners (Zebra preferred).
• Experience with BOMs, pick lists, and manufacturing documents.
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft D365 preferred).
• Attention to detail; self-starter; team player; organized; good communication; cooperative; flexible; engaged in problem solving & improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of material handlers to ensure accurate, timely parts picking.
• Coordinate with other warehouse/logistics teams to resolve issues.
• Train team members to a high level of ERP system competency.
• Review, plan, coordinate, and support daily work with ALPS priorities (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost).
• Drive daily ALPS Performance Meetings and weekly Improvement Meetings.
• Run daily shift startup/handover meetings.
• Participate in projects and improvement initiatives.
• Assist in Problem Resolution Process to determine root causes and sustainable solutions.
• Provide departmental training and write/audit SOPs.
• Own material handling activities with production and coordinate with inventory.
• Collaborate with inventory to resolve discrepancies.
• Serve as liaison between dept., support functions, and Team Manager.
• Multi-task, self-manage, and prioritize to meet deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Team player

Organized

Good communication skills

Cooperative

Flexible

Problem solving & improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Barcode scanners (Zebra)

Microsoft D365 ERP

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

Job Summary:

Coordinate and support the daily plan for the material handling team. Assign resources as needed to meet daily goals. Resolve discrepancies efficiently, train team members, and do root cause analysis/problem solving as needed.

As part of the team you will:

• Lead a team of material handlers to ensure parts picking is completed in an accurate and timely manner. Collaborate closely with other warehouse/logistics teams to resolve issues. Train team members to a high level of ERP system competency.

• Review, plan, coordinate, and support the daily work of the department with a continuous focus on our ALPS priorities – Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.

• Drive daily ALPS Performance Meetings and weekly Improvement Meetings in the dept.

• Run the daily shift startup/handover meetings.

• Participate in projects and improvement initiatives.

• Participate in all aspects of the Problem Resolution Process to help determine the root causes of problems and create sustainable solutions.

• Provide departmental training

• Write and audit SOPs as required, and drive improvements to the processes.

• Own the material handling activities in coordination with the production team.

• Collaborate closely with the inventory team to resolve inventory discrepancies

• Serve as liaison between the dept., support functions, and Team Manager.

• Ability to multi-task, self-manage, and prioritize to meet deadlines.

• Other duties as assigned.

What you know:

You have a high school diploma or GED and

• 2 - 4 years previous warehouse logistics experience required

• 2 - 4 years previous material handling equipment experience required

• Experience with handheld barcode scanners (Zebra preferred)

• Experience working with Bill of Materials, pick lists, and other manufacturing documents

• Experience working with ERP systems (Microsoft D365 preferred)

• Attention to detail

• Self-starter

• Team player

• Organized

• Good communication skills

• Be cooperative

• Be flexible

• Be engaged in problem solving & improvement

Physical Factors

Physical Requirements (lifting, climbing, standing, kneeling, and equipment use):

• Ability to lift 45 pounds occasionally

• Certified Equipment operation (Forklift, Order Picker)

• Ability to stand for majority of the work day

Environmental Factors (hazardous materials, work location, work surfaces, exposure):

• Some hazardous material handling required

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.

The base hourly rate for this role is typically $23.50/hr. plus a $4.00/hr. shift stipend.

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