Inventory Clearing Group Lead -2nd Shift

Description

The Group Leader is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the assigned area, ensuring effective coordination of personnel, equipment, and inventory to meet productivity goals and timelines. This role drives adherence to standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards, and leads associates in achieving operational excellence. The Group Leader provides direct supervision to associates, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with Schnellecke Logistics' standards for safety, quality, and engineering. This position plays a key role in maintaining efficient, safe, and high-performing warehouse operations.

What you'll do:

• Ensure adherence to all safety principles and promote a safe work environment at all times
• Enforce compliance with standard work procedures and safety rules for all assigned tasks
• Supervise and direct associates within the assigned operational area
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and inventory to meet daily productivity and operational targets
• Implement and uphold company values, mission, policies, and organizational standards across all areas of responsibility
• Ensure all operational procedures are properly applied and followed
• Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and operational performance
• Collaborate with management, production, and cross-functional teams to review shift performance, process updates, and operational needs
• Support development and implementation of engineering and technical standards focused on continuous improvement methodologies
•  Maintain and update manpower planning documents and communicate staffing needs
•  Participate in operational meetings to plan, execute, and achieve business goals
• Support Lean Management initiatives and continuous improvement activities
• Maintain and enforce 5S workplace organization standards 
• Minimum of 3 years Logistics/Operations experience 
• Minimum of 2 years experience with Inventory, Cycle Counts
• Knowledge of Logistics Shipping, Receiving and Dispatch processes
• Knowledge of relevant software applications including SAP, MS Office (Excel & Outlook)

Why Join Schnellecke Logistics:

Schnellecke Logistics is a global, family-owned logistics provider with more than 80 years of experience supporting automotive and industrial supply chains. We offer a stable and growing environment where employees can build long-term careers while contributing to high-impact operations. Our teams work in a structured, safety-focused culture that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional growth across operations, engineering, and business functions.

EEOC Statement:

Schnellecke Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

2-3 years of previous warehouse experience required

2-3 years of prior leadership or management experience required

Strong understanding of warehouse operations, safety, and quality standards

Ability to lead teams and drive accountability in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication and organizational skills

Must be able to pass a criminal background check

Must be able to pass a drug screening

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in a plant and office environment.
• Must be able to be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, mechanical equipment and vibration, wet and humid weather conditions.
• Exposure to occasionally loud noise levels.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time. Bending and/or reaching may be required.
• Personal Protective Equipment must be worn at all times while on Shop Floor to prevent injury to self or others.