Team Leader - Orleans Inventory Control

Alfa Laval Corporate AB; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Alfa Laval Corporate AB in Richmond, VA is seeking a Warehouse/Material Handling Team Lead to coordinate daily plans, assign resources, and resolve discrepancies. You will work with ERP and BOM documents, train staff, and drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Responsibilities include leading a team, running daily startup meetings, participating in improvement projects, and collaborating with inventory and production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years warehouse logistics experience requested.
• Experience with handheld barcode scanners (Zebra preferred).
• Experience with Bill of Materials, pick lists, and manufacturing documents.
• Experience with ERP systems (MS D365 preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of material handlers to ensure accurate, timely parts picking and collaborate with other warehouse/logistics teams.
• Plan and coordinate daily workload with a focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Run daily shift startup/handover meetings and lead Improvement Meetings.
• Contribute to problem resolution processes and develop sustainable solutions.
• Provide departmental training and audit SOPs; drive process improvements.
• Coordinate material handling with production and inventory teams.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organized

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Zebra handheld scanners

Microsoft D365

ERP systems

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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