Warehouse Lead: Operations & Lean Excellence

RK Logistics Group; El Mirage (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Logistics Group is seeking a Lead I to oversee shift operations, mentor staff, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity on a 7-day/24-hour operation in Arizona. The role involves strategic planning, performance analysis, and cross-department coordination to drive excellence.

You will mentor team members, lead by example, and support onboarding, training, and scheduling. Strong Lean/5S knowledge and safety focus are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of experience in logistics or a related field.
• Strong math, writing, and communication skills.
• Experience with dangerous goods, international shipping, hazmat, freight forwarding experience required.
• Intermediate computer proficiency; SAP and Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory control, shipping/receiving, and RF equipment.
• Forklift certification/experience (Sit-Down and Stand-Up).
• Understanding of Lean, 5S, and 7S methodologies.
• Excellent time management and soft skills.
• High sense of accuracy.
• Assertive and able to meet high volume demand.
• Able to collaborate with all parties necessary to achieve goals.
• May need to use light power tools.

Responsibilities

• Mentor team members and provide advanced training to ensure role clarity and departmental alignment.
• Lead by example in professionalism, punctuality, and work ethic.
• Foster a positive team attitude to maintain high morale and productivity.
• Support onboarding and continuous training efforts.
• Delegate tasks and monitor team performance to meet daily quotas.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, SOPs, and productivity goals.
• Assist in scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow.
• Monitor departmental emails and respond promptly.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and 5S principles.
• Conduct performance analysis and report findings to senior management.
• Run daily reports and address discrepancies.
• Support monthly inventory counts and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve operational issues.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and serve as a point of contact during visits.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and other stakeholders.
• Manage inbound/outbound shipments, will calls, and material transactions.
• Monitor ticketing systems and process SAP transactions (RTS, NCI, SRK, etc.).
• Oversee inventory and ordering of crates, boxes, and cleanroom bags.
• Sign IPC employee timecards and run RMBWA reports.
• Provide supervisors, managers, peers, and subordinates with information about quality, safety, delivery, cost, and morale.
• Assist the Supervisor in ensuring team adherence to policies, procedures, and productivity standards.
• Ensure that all processes run smoothly and that workers are always kept safe.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service.
• Navigate within WMS to check on material and its current location.
• Assess and analyze current practices and drive improvements.
• Partner and coordinate with management, peers, subordinates, and other internal departments to resolve issues and concerns.
• Complete all other duties assigned.

Skills

Strong math skills

Strong writing skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

RF equipment

Job description

RK Logistics Group is seeking a Lead I to oversee shift operations, mentor staff, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity on a 7-day/24-hour operation in Arizona. The role involves strategic planning, performance analysis, and cross-department coordination to drive excellence.

You will mentor team members, lead by example, and support onboarding, training, and scheduling. Strong Lean/5S knowledge and safety focus are essential for success.