Team Leader Shipping

Emerson Electric Co; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. in Louisville, KY seeks a Team Leader to oversee shipping operations, manage inventory flow, and supervise clerks.

The role focuses on maintaining daily shipping expectations, training staff, and ensuring cycle counts align with performance and safety goals. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in manufacturing/distribution, strong English, basic math skills, and a readiness to work overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 year’s manufacturing and/or distribution experience.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
• Proven digital literacy / computer skills.
• Fluent in English (reading and writing).
• Ability to complete basic math functions (addition/subtraction/multiplication/division).
• Ability to adapt to change in processes, activities, and/or direction.
• Ability to read and understand production shop orders and instructions.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to stand daily up to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to defer to management when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shipping operations from inventory management, order picking, staging, packaging, processing, etc.
• Train shipping clerks in all department processes as needed
• Perform and/or oversee daily cycle counting requirements
• Work within the established performance, attendance, metrics, and safety goals
• As Team Lead set example for following all defined procedures while likewise ensuring team members follow all approved work instructions, processes, and required techniques
• Provide timely and essential communication and follow-up with Supervisor and Team Members as needed
• Lead according to 5-S standards and suggest process flow and ISO procedural improvements
• Promote safe operations and adhere to all company safety rules and standards
• Successfully complete company-required educational seminars, training sessions, and/or activities
• Ability to adapt to change in processes, activities, and/or direction
• Required to assist in shipping clerk functions to include picking, staging, and shipping customer orders
• Achieve departmental objectives, develop and document procedures to streamline business operations to improve team efficiencies and productivities
• All other tasks as assigned by Supervisor or TopWorx management

Skills

Team leadership

Digital literacy

Fluent English

Overtime readiness

Basic math skills

Adaptability

Read production orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

If you are seeking an opportunity as a Team Leader, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in Louisville, KY, you will maintain superior customer focus and will be responsible for maintaining daily and/or shipping expectations as directed by management.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Coordinate daily shipping operations from inventory management, order picking, staging, packaging, processing, etc.
• Train shipping clerks in all department processes as needed
• Perform and/or oversee daily cycle counting requirements
• Work within the established performance, attendance, metrics, and safety goals
• As Team Lead set example for following all defined procedures while likewise ensuring team members follow all approved work instructions, processes, and required techniques
• Provide timely and essential communication and follow-up with Supervisor and Team Members as needed
• Lead according to 5-S standards and suggest process flow and ISO procedural improvements
• Promote safe operations and adhere to all company safety rules and standards
• Successfully complete company-required educational seminars, training sessions, and/or activities
• Ability to adapt to change in processes, activities, and/or direction
• Required to assist in shipping clerk functions to include picking, staging, and shipping customer orders
• Achieve departmental objectives, develop and document procedures to streamline business operations to improve team efficiencies and productivities
• All other tasks as assigned by Supervisor or TopWorx management

Who you are:

You are an individual that collaborates, is action oriented, ensures customer satisfaction and values differences within a group.

For this role you will need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 year’s manufacturing and/or distribution experience
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required
• Proven digital literacy / computer skills
• Fluent in English (reading and writing)
• Ability to complete basic math functions (addition/subtraction/multiplication/division)
• Ability to adapt to change in processes, activities, and/or direction
• Ability to read and understand production shop orders and instructions
• Ability to lift 40 pounds intermittently
• Ability to stand daily up to 10 hours per day
• Ability to defer to management when appropriate

Preferred Qualifications that set you apart:

• Previous supervisor or team leader experience

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility serious and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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