Warehouse Zone Lead - 2nd Shift

Meyer Distributing; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Job summary

Meyer Distributing in Jasper, IN is seeking a Zone Lead to oversee a 10-member team and ensure transfer trailers depart on time with quality and consistency. The role requires strong delegation, servant leadership, and daily teamwork to monitor operations, maintain 5S scores, and develop SOPs while training staff on process changes.

Typical schedule runs Monday through Friday with rotating weeks; candidates must lift up to 75 pounds, operate a forklift or manlift, and obtain required

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform repetitive bending and lifting.
• Ability to operate a forklift or manlift (cherry picker) and obtain certification within 3 months.
• Must be able to work up to 25 feet above ground and not fear heights.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Tier-1 team huddle and present daily reports for Tier-2 huddle.
• Ensure zone is set up correctly (skids, parts, banding, tags, BOLs) before shift.
• Maintain 5S scores and assist in SOP development.
• Train team on process changes and document updates.
• Manage team to disperse/stack skids and ensure on-time dispatch.
• Monitor schedules and assist the 2nd shift supervisor as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Operational oversight

Safety compliance

Training & development

Communication

Tools

Forklift operation

Cherry picker (manlift)

Zebra printers

Scanners

Job description

Description

Meyer Distributing is looking for a Zone Lead to join our Jasper team. The Zone Lead will be responsible for leading a 10-member crew and ensuring transfer trailers depart on time with the highest quality and consistency. The Zone Lead must possess effective delegation skills and be a servant leader, constantly monitoring their zone and ensuring smooth operations.

Pay

• Up to $25/hr based on experience.

Schedule

• Monday - Thursday: 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
• Fridays: 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
• Saturdays: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

5 days per week. Will work rotating weeks: Monday - Thursday + Saturday and Monday - Friday.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to engage in repetitive bending and lifting
• Ability to operate a forklift or a manlift (cherry picker)
• Must obtain forklift and manlift certification within 3 months
• Must be able to work up to 25 feet above ground level
• Must not be afraid of heights

Job Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

• Set the example for perfect attendance and a positive work ethic.
• Lead daily Tier-1 team huddle.
• Present daily reports and metrics for the Tier-2 huddle.
• Ensure the assigned zone is set up correctly (skids, small parts, banding machine, tags, BOLs, etc.) before beginning of shift.
• Ensure the assigned zone is clean at the end of every shift.
• Effectively manage the team to disperse and stack skids with product.
• Maintain 5S scores.
• Maintain and assist in developing SOPs.
• Train and ensure team members are updated on process changes and document the same.
• Maintain quality of assigned hardware (Zebra Printers, scanners).
• Assist the 2nd shift supervisor with associate assessments.
• Lead team to achieve identified metrics-On time dispatch, LOT, Load Snapshot, FATL, Cartoning %, etc.
• Monitor team member schedules and assist the 2nd Shift supervisor as necessary.
• Bin management / inventory exceptions/ stock check / check off trucks at the end of each night.
• All other duties assigned.