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Material Handling Group Lead - 1st Shift

Crenlo
Watertown, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/30/2026

SUMMARY:

The Group Leader assists in the development, training, evaluation, and work schedules of both seasonal and regular full-time employees within a given area. This role also provides support to the Area Manager in achieving daily and monthly goals in safety, quality, accuracy and production. The Group Leader will be responsible for expediting work orders through the manufacturing process, accurate production reporting and maximizing resources while reducing scrap/rework. This position acts on the behalf of the Area Manager, if absent. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical multi-tasker with excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Resolve day to day issues to meet production, safety, shipping and quality goals.
  • Train, develop, and maintain training sheets on all employees and make recommendations for employee advancement.
  • Complete production, scrap, and rework reports.
  • Provides input on full time disciplinary reports, evaluations, and makes recommendations for merit increases.
  • Provide input on seasonal evaluation, disciplinary reports and merit increases.
  • Execute scheduled work orders to meet customer requirements.
  • Conduct pre-shift meetings and delegate daily work assignments.
  • Record daily attendance of seasonal and regular full-time employees.
  • Assist supervisor in Incident/Accident investigation and reporting.
  • Provide a safe working environment.
  • Act on behalf of the supervisor during absence.
  • Act as First Responder during Plant emergencies.
  • Receiving and verifying accuracy of inventory levels.
  • Other duties as assigned.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Able to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to deal with standardized situations with as few variables as possible
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Ability to frequently bend and stoop
  • Must be able to stand for extended period of time and exert moderate to heavy physical effort with a minimum lifting requirement of up to 50 pounds
  • Must be willing to travel as needed via most efficient means
  • Must be physically able to access all areas of the plant and grounds
  • Manufacturing experience is a plus

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and competencies required of this position. Employees are held accountable for all aspects for the job, which are subject to change at any time.  An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Company Information

We are dedicated to the belief that people are our most important asset. In filling job openings every effort is expended to find candidates within Crenlo, its divisions or subsidiaries. Employee development, opportunity to grow and continuing to evolve both as an employee and as a company are instrumental to our success. We encourage employees to inquire about open positions and apply to those that help further their career goals.

Crenlo Engineered Cabs is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, or veteran’s status.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Basic computer skills – MS Word and MS Excel
  • Ability to interact in a positive manner with management and other employees to achieve goals
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Basic ability to troubleshoot production/personnel issues.
  • Warehouse/materials experience preferred
  • Experience working within computer/ERP systems
  • Must have valid driver’s license

WORKING CONDITIONS/OTHER:

  • Work Hours/Status: 
    • The 1st shift includes Monday - Thursday 5am – 3pm.
    • The 2nd shift includes Monday - Thursday 3pm - 1am with a shift differential of $3.00/hr.
    • The weekend shift includes Friday – Sunday 6am-6pm for a total of 36 hours and added weekend shift differential of $4.50/hr.

Salary : $3 - $5

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