Shipping Crew Leader

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Virtual Medical Services
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid family leave
• Company provided Salay Continuance (Short- term Disability)
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Anniversary pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A full-time work schedule that allows you to only work half the time!
• Plus, more!
  
  

Growth opportunities are available!

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

About the Role:

Under the direct supervision of the Shift Supervisor/Shipping Manager , the Shipping Crew Leader is responsible for coordinating the efforts of themselves, and others on their assigned crew, in the operation of fork lift/clamp trucks used in placing inventory into the warehouse and pulling inventory for loading into outbound trucks. The Shipping Crew Leader also serves as a liaison with incoming truck drivers and has a key role in resolving customer service and/or inventory issues.

Responsibilities

• Operates a fork lift/clamp truck to remove loads of finished product from any of several finished goods conveyors and coordinates the efforts of others on assigned crew.
• Drives a spotter truck to locate trailers from the drop yard to the docks for loading.
• Assigns orders as they come in for loading being responsible to customer demands and time lines.
• Serves as a liaison with incoming truck drivers and helps resolves customer service and/or inventory issues.
• Operates a fork lift/camp truck to place finished goods into the proper bays in the warehouse for storage.
• Keeps track of finished goods produces during assigned shift for comparison to production tally.
• Receives orders for loading and operates a fork lift/clamp truck to pull proper products from inventory and loads products onto outbound trucks.
• Occasionally manually hand stacks and loads manufactured products into outbound trucks.
• Participates in physical inventory counts.
• Drives a shuttle truck to place empty trailers into the loading docks from the trailer storage lot. Returns full trailer loads to the trailer lot.
• Communicates with Shift Supervisor regarding any problems with inventories, orders, or customer questions.
• Communicates with Maintenance Department and Shift Supervisor regarding any equipment that may need preventative maintenance or repair work performed.
• Reviews recorded data regarding ongoing Warehouse operation on other shifts to spot potential problems with equipment or materials.
• Insures that housekeeping in the Warehouse is maintained to a safe level and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored at all times, as well as before leaving such area for breaks, meal times, and end of the shift.
• Knows all safety warning signs and signals and takes corrective action.
• Must be able to report to work on time and work all hours required of the job, including mandatory overtime; may be required to occasionally cover shifts other than the one for which hired.
• Remains current on plant and safety matters, participating regularly in department/plant safety meetings.
• Records problems and events in maintenance and departmental log books to ensure the efficient operation of the Warehouse.
• Performs administrative duties and other work related duties as directed.
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current OSHA Certified Powered Industrial Vehicle operator license.
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of warehouse/forklift experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have exhibited excellent attendance in prior work history and be committed to maintaining such attendance. This is a key qualification, due to the unusual nature of the operation.
  
  

To perform this job successfully, individuals must demonstrate the following:

• Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
• Accurately count and perform basic math functions, including mental calculation of simple equations and/or fractions.
• Must be able to sufficiently read, write, and understand English.
  
  

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.