Location: Caledonia, MIReports To: Distribution Center Supervisor Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that values excellence, teamwork, and making a difference? Aspen Surgical is seeking a motivated and experienced Distribution Center Team Leader to lead our dedicated warehouse team.Why Aspen Surgical?At Aspen Surgical, we understand that our success begins with our people. That's why we prioritize creating a positive and rewarding work environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and inspired to excel. Here's what sets us apart:Safety First: Your safety is our top priority. We maintain strict safety protocols and provide training to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all team members.Competitive Pay and Great Benefits. Aspen offers competitive pay along with a $1,200 sign-on bonus. You will be eligible to enroll in benefits on day ONE, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401K with company match. Generous Paid Time Off benefits are also included.Commitment to Excellence: We take pride in delivering high-quality medical products that make a difference in people's lives. As a member of the Aspen team, you'll be part of a company that is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality and innovation.Team Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration. Our distribution center is a place where individuals come together to achieve common goals, support each other, and celebrate successes as a team.Opportunities for Growth: At Aspen, we invest in our people's development and growth. Whether you're looking to advance your career within the distribution center or explore opportunities in other areas of the company, we support you to reach your full potential. Job Overview:As a Distribution Center (DC) Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the distribution center, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to safety protocols. You will lead a team of warehouse associates, motivating them to achieve daily performance targets while maintaining high standards of quality and service. Key Responsibilities include:Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a team of warehouse associates to ensure optimal performance and productivity.Communication. Facilitate shift and area communication meetings as required, covering shift transition priorities, metrics, continuous improvement initiatives, quality alerts, and safety notifications.Workflow Management: Coordinate and prioritize daily tasks to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of orders. Ensure team has the resources needed to perform their work successfully.Goal Attainment. Drive the consistent achievement of departmental goals for finished goods fill rate, productivity, quality, and employee health and safety.Training and Development: Provide training and coaching to team members to enhance their skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Create and/or update work instructions as needed.Safety Compliance: Enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all team members, conducting regular safety inspections and addressing any safety concerns.Quality Assurance: Ensure all quality standards are met and adherence to quality control processes.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Maintain open communication with team members, management, and other departments to facilitate efficient operations and address any issues or concerns.Equipment Maintenance: Coordinate maintenance and repairs of warehouse equipment to ensure proper functioning and minimize downtime.Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings initiatives, implementing best practices to optimize operations. Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required. Advanced education preferred.Minimum 2-4 years’ experience required in warehouse operations; Prior experience leading people strongly preferred.Experience working in a regulated FDA/ISO environment strongly preferred. Basic math skills (multiply, divide, percentage calculations, etc.) required.Basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite requiredExperience working with ERP systems strongly preferred.Knowledgeable of safety regulations and procedures.Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Exhibits strong skills in planning and organizing tasks effectively.Demonstrates effective decision-making and maintains productivity under changing circumstances and priorities.Detail-oriented with a strong drive and a sense of urgency to resolve issues efficiently.Capable of leading teams in root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions effectively. Physical Requirements:Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 25 pounds) on a frequent basis and up to 50 pounds on occasion.Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and bending.Comfortable working in a warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels. Ready to Join Us?If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a team that is making a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join the Aspen Surgical family and embark on an exciting journey of growth, opportunity, and fulfillment. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Diversity makes us better.