Temporary Team Lead

Ultipro; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro in South Bend, IN is seeking a Temporary Team Lead to oversee warehouse and production operations evenings. You will coach and train team members, support Supervisors, and ensure safety and quality standards are met while coordinating with multiple departments to meet service deliverables.

The role emphasizes lean manufacturing practices, familiarity with RF/Voice warehouse automation, and strong communication with a focus on accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required; a four (4) year college degree is preferred.
• Previous leadership experience in a warehouse setting is preferred.
• Lean manufacturing experience and warehouse automation tools are a plus.
• Strong PC skills including Word and Excel.
• Excellent math, reading and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor in assigning work and directions to team members while providing training and coaching.
• Coordinate with supervisor, team members and other departments to meet client SLA and KPI.
• Determine appropriate production methods and labor levels to meet service deliverables.
• Provide feedback on team member performance and participate in performance discussions.
• Support ISO audits and lean manufacturing activities.
• Maintain safety and quality policies and conduct audits when assigned.
• Update work instructions and process flows as needed.

Skills

Leadership experience

Warehouse operations

Lean manufacturing

MS Word/Excel

Communication skills

Physical lifting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Lean tools and automation (RF, Voice)

Job description

Job Title: Temporary Team Lead
Shift: Monday through Friday 4:00 pm - 12:30 am
Location: South Bend, IN
Pay Rate: $19/hr + $1/hr Shift Differential

The Team Lead will ensure that all warehouse and production operations are performed under controlled conditions; safely and efficiently. They will assist the Operations Supervisor in coaching and training team members, supporting the Supervisors as needed.

Key Results Area

• Assist supervisor in assigning work and directions to team members while providing training and coaching
• Work and communicate with supervisor, team members, and other departments to meet client SLA and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as required
• Support with determining appropriate production methods and labor levels to meet service deliverables by understanding the impact of workflow on productions by meeting performance standards
• Provide ongoing information to supervisor regarding team member performance and participate in performance discussions
• Assist ISO coordinator with completing ISO audits and certification requirements
• Promote Lean methodology by assisting in LEAN manufacturing activities
• Comply with all safety and quality policies and conduct audits when assigned
• Regularly update work instructions and process flows
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support and maintain corporate quality, health and safety standards, processes, policies, practices, and work instructions

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required; a four (4) year college degree is preferred
• Previous leadership experience is required; preferably in a warehouse setting
• Lean manufacturing experience and the use of various warehouse automations equipment (RF, Voice, etc.) is a plus
• Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent math, reading, and communication skills
• Able to effectively communicate and provide coaching to all employees
• Superior attention to detail to ensure accuracy
• Able to work independently and in a team leadership role
• Capable of balancing and effectively utilizing team resources
• Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds alone and greater weights in a team-lift environment; able to lift, carry, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods

Education

High School or better.

Experience

1 year: Previous leadership experience is required; preferably in a warehouse setting

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