Warehouse - Lead (D Shift, 7am - 7pm)

Polytainers Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Polytainers Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Lead to coordinate daily shift operations, supervise forklift activity, and ensure efficient movement of product and materials across molding, printing, and warehouse areas.

You will use RF scanners, assist with order picking, and prepare shipping documents while upholding strict safety standards and continuous improvement practices. Minimum 2 years in warehousing with a forklift license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; post-secondary education preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of warehouse experience; supervisory capacity preferred.
• Valid forklift license (counterbalance and reach truck).
• Strong English communication skills, verbal and written.
• Lean manufacturing exposure; knowledge of 5S, Six Sigma, TPS; HACCP/WHMIS knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily shift operations on the shop floor.
• Operate forklift and supervise on-floor activities.
• Distribute product, materials and scrap across departments.
• Assist with order picking and staging to maximize loads.
• Record product movement using RF scanners.
• Plan, load, and direct trailers for city deliveries and inter-warehouse transfers.
• Prepare shipping documentation and ensure proper staffing.
• Ensure production quality meets customer standards.
• Maintain safety programs; train team members and support accident/incident investigations.

Skills

English proficiency

Team leadership

Safe operating

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary education preferred

Tools

Forklift license (counterbalance)

Reach truck

Job description

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Lead is responsible for the daily leadership and coordination of all shop-floor functions and activities with their shift, helping to ensure the continuous and efficient operation of the department and to foster and support a positive work environment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:

• Forklift Operation & On-Floor Supervision
• Distributing product, raw materials and scrap within Molding, Printing and Warehouse departments
• Assist with order picking and staging areas – goal is to ensure as many loads as possible are picked and loaded
• Using RF scanner to record movement of product
• Loading and unloading of product onto trailers
• Reconcile and investigate scanning errors when possible
• Plant & Equipment Safety
• Ensures all team members are trained and performing in a safe and efficient manner
• Be involved in the accident/incident program; determine root causes, corrective actions and following-up to ensure completion
• Correct unsafe acts or conditions, ensuring health and safety policies are followed
• Perform daily unplanned inspections. Ensure that inspection is appropriately documented
• Administration
• Preparation of all shipping documentation
• Ensure proper manpower staffing allocation
• Ensure production quality meets customer standards
• Planning and loading of trailers for city deliveries and inter-warehouse transfers
• Advise truck drivers as to shipping direction
• Transferring Resin from Railcar
• Receiving resin deliveries and ensuring the proper hook up and use of the silo system (required to stoop or lift up the 40lbs)
• Obtaining samples from each bunk (4 in each railcar) and sending to Quality Department for analysis
• Direct Reports on Shift Include: Forklift Operators and Company Truck Drivers

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Educational Requirements: High School Diploma, post-secondary education preferred
• Minimum Experience/Field: Minimum 2 years of warehouse experience, preferably in a supervisory capacity
• Licenses/Permits Required: Valid Forklift license, a counterbalance and reach truck
• Communication Skills: must have good command of the English language both verbal and written
• Additional Education/Experience/Skills: Previous experience in a lean manufacturing environment and previous experience with 5S, Six sigma and TPS, preferred, Knowledge of HACCP and WHMIS

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION:

• Ability to anticipate and handle challenging situations effectively, seeking input and involving others when possible
• Consistently uses good judgement while decision making, analyses problems from different angles to seek alternatives before determining best solutions
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, assuming responsibility without being asked in order to achieve results
• Ability to prioritize tasks and support multiple departments
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.