Receiving Lead

Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us!

Who We Are

At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America.

As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.

Position Summary:
We are searching for a motivated Receiving Lead that will be part of our manufacturing plant team. In this key leadership role, the Receiving Lead will oversee daily receiving operations, guide team members, and ensure timely and accurate delivery of unfinished goods to the production lines. In your role with Associated Materials Innovations, you will ensure our products maintain the highest level of quality satisfaction our customers expect. At AMI, we as a community work together and believe excellent results begin with you!

What To Expect:

• Lead and coordinate daily receiving operations, ensuring all incoming goods are transported from the dock to appropriate warehouse or production location according to part/order number.
• Lead and support receiving team members, providing guidance, training, and daily task direction.
• Run and interpret receiving and production reports to identify bottlenecks or process issues.
• Work cross-functionally with production, inventory, customer service, and quality teams to ensure smooth order flow.
• Investigate and resolve issues related to missing product, shipping errors, or damaged goods.

• Perform inventory audits and organize warehouse to ensure proper placement of goods.

• Maintain a clean and organized receiving/warehouse area while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Act as the point of contact for escalated receiving concerns, both internally and externally.
• Utilize tools like Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and ERP systems to manage tasks, reporting, and communication.
• Assist in staffing, scheduling, and performance feedback for the receiving team.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to streamline workflows and reduce operational delays.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including cross-training and floor support as needed

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior Lead experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and follow-up skills; able to prioritize tasks and direct a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and experience with ERP systems .
• Clear communication to all team members and able to read / comprehend English language (Fully Bi-lingual) is a plus in Spanish and English. Clear, professional communicator with the ability to coordinate effectively across departments.

• Complete company training and attain certification to operate heavy equipment such as forklift to receive and transport goods.

• Physical capability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and move materials as needed.
• Familiarity with standard shipping procedures, documentation, and best practices.
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Committed to cross-train, learn, and develop your skillset further.
• One who values diversity and takes pride in building a team together.

Work Environment:

The atmosphere is that of a manufacturing plant. The position will primarily work where moving machinery produces noise. Employees must wear Personal Protective Equipment that is issued for that location. Temperature can range from extreme cold to extreme heat. Physical fitness to include movements, positioning, remaining stationary which include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, forward bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, postural balancing, manipulating, trunk rotation, handling, gripping, and talking (hearing). Must be able to lift up to 50lbs without assistance, 80lbs-100lb with assistance. Frequent use of company communication devices are required such as a computer, phone, and other office electronics.

Benefits of Working with Associated Materials:

• Competitive Wage
• Opportunity for growth
• Long standing business model in a changing market
• Premier company culture
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401K Matching
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
• Discount programs

About Us

When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business of vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, trim and other essential exterior building products for residential, light commercial and multifamily projects. In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first-of-its-kind solution featuring exclusive (GP)2 technology. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, AMI is part of Associated Materials, LLC, which owns and operates 10 manufacturing facilities in North America including a distribution center.

Associated Materials Innovations … Building Products Better

Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.