Lead Freight Handler

This role will follow a Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM schedule.

This position is responsible for shipping and receiving warehouse merchandise in a timely, accurate manner to ensure the smooth operation of the warehouse and support the Company’s business. This position will oversee the front line activities and training of one or more employees.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Ships parcels through Warehouse Management System (WMS).


• Accurately picks and packs items for shipping.


• Processes freight documents using WMS.


• Unloads packs, secures and stores incoming and outgoing shipments. Prepares delivery orders.


• Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.


• Operates multiple style lift trucks or uses hand truck to move, convey, or hoist shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage or work area.


• Performs maintenance tasks including:  cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining equipment and machines.


• Cross-trains in additional responsibilities.


• May submit for processing account payables for freight movements.


• Corresponds with shipper to rectify issues related to damages and shortages.


• Coordinates the movement and pricing of freight.


• Obtains shipping rate quotes and shipping services for customers.


• Arranges pickups and deliveries of small parcels.


• Routes and rates warehouse freight.


• Provides manager with input on scheduling needs, customer service issues, work quality issues, and training needs.


• Stays up-to-date on all regulatory and procedure changes.


• Conducts WMS system driven daily cycle counts as necessary.


• Trains new employees in shipping and receiving methods and in operation of equipment.


• Acts as lead person in ensuring the timely and accurate shipment of product daily as well as prompt and accurate recording of incoming shipments.


• Assists manager to ensure smooth operation of the warehouse.


• Ensures that documentation is complete.


• Initiates resolution of problems as they arise.


• Oversees the cleanliness of the facility.


• Reconciles any discrepancies in the cycle counting process by conducting root cause analysis to identify cause.


• Leads daily shift meetings and balances workloads appropriately to meet demand.


• Trains employees on safety topics and other warehouse related trainings.


• Ensures all employees are fully trained on each different style forklift and has completed necessary training.


• In the absence of the Warehouse Supervisor, assumes responsibility for shift operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Highschool Diploma/GED


• Previous warehouse experience


• Previous managerial/ supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous forklift experience

The hourly range of compensation for this position is $21.00-$26.00 based on education and experience. 

Competencies:

All Deringer employees should be fully committed to the Core Values:

Passion, Respect, Integrity, Expertise, Innovative Solutions, Relationships, Support, Determination, Value and a High Level of Accountability

In addition, the following competencies are specific to this position:

Analytical – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; demonstrates ability to multi-task and establish priorities.

Customer Oriented – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; demonstrates ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things; takes responsibility for own actions; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Work Standards – Sets high standards and well-defined realistic goals for one’s self; displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing tasks in a timely manner; demonstrates ability to work independently; meets deadlines and handles large volumes of work.

Ready to join our team?

A.N. Deringer offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans in addition to many excellent voluntary health and wellness benefits. We offer generous paid time off, including paid holidays and promote flexibility in your work environment to assure a positive integration of work and life.

Disclaimer:

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  Deringer reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.