Lead Warehouse Associate (Gresham)

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SUMMARY
Assists the Regional Distribution Center (RDC) Warehouse Manager with developing the daily outbound workload and resource plan, distributing work assignments to warehouse employees, and working with the Warehouse Manager performing assignments/duties if the workload requires. Works in concert with transportation carriers, on the dock, to ensure accurate on-time deliveries and scheduled pick-ups. This is a hands-on position, and the Lead Warehouse Associate is expected to be a very strong contributor in their specific work area.  The Lead Warehouse Associate is the first person to coach, assist, and motivate fellow Warehouse Associates.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates Warehouse Associates and warehouse activities.
• Trains Warehouse Associates and ensures they are compliant with established quality and established RDC processes and procedures within each warehouse function.
• Assists the Warehouse Manager to examine current methods and procedures, identifying best methods and practices, suggesting improvements, and implementing updated processes and procedures within the various warehouse areas.
• Works with Warehouse Supervisor ensuring that all warehouse functions and daily operational objectives are achieved in line with identified timelines and statistical goals.
• Assists Warehouse Manager in executing the daily workload plan.      
• Partners with RDC leadership to ensure successful execution and achievement of daily goals and objectives.
• Relays direction and work assignments from the Warehouse Manager to Associates.
• Assists Warehouse Manager to evaluate workload and designate personnel to work areas on a daily basis.
• Assists the Warehouse Manager in investigating receiving and other shipping discrepancies and packaging deficiencies.
• Assists the Warehouse Leadership Team in resolving employee conflicts.
• Ensures all safety rules and HazMat functions are observed by team members.
• Required to work limited over-time (to include weekends) as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assists in the sorting, processing, and distribution of completed orders to the outbound dock.
• Operates terminals and printers associated with the outbound department.
• Monitors the progress of all current transfer and Fuji Heavy Industries, Inc. (FHI) orders to maintain the workflow.
• Monitors all warehouse processes to ensure that the standard operating procedures are followed.
• Monitors level of all warehouse supplies.
• Keeps warehouse clean and organized to insure safe work conditions.
• Helps Warehouse Supervisor to maintain a daily time and attendance report for payroll.
• Ensures associates are following proper packaging guidelines and suggests approximate corrections.
• Performs all functions of a Warehouse Person as necessary.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Analytical skills (as they relate to process improvement).
• Problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated communication, leadership, motivational, interpersonal, multi-tasking, time management, delegation organization, detail-oriented, and administrative skills.
• Possesses previous warehouse experience.
• Operates all warehouse equipment (material handling equipment, stretch wrap machine, air-controlled staple guns and any required packing machines).
• Demonstrates ability to understand and operate various Radio Frequency warehouse devices.
• Novice usability in standard Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Adapt to a flexible work schedule.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma. 2-4 years of related experience. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  Warehouse environment that involves high volume production work; lifting, bending, and long periods on feet; and lifting up to 50 lbs                                        
COMPENSATION: The recruiting base salary range for this full-time position is $47000- $68000/year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. (Internal Job Grade: A2)

WHY JOIN US? In addition to competitive salary, Subaru offers an amazing benefits package that includes:
Total Rewards & Benefits
 - Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
 - Pension, Profit Sharing, and 401K Match Offerings
 - 15 Vacation days, 5 Floating Holidays, 5 Sick days, and 9 Company Holidays
 - Tuition Reimbursement Program: Fifteen thousand dollar yearly benefit
 - Vehicle Discount Programs
Learning & Development
 - Professional growth and development opportunities
 - Direct partnership with senior leadership
 - Formal Mentorship Program
 - LinkedIn Learning License 

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