What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Team Lead position at WAI Global?
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The individual in this role supports the Packaging Supervisor in preparing sales order shipments and collaborates with the Outbound team to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, & Skills required)
Financial Responsibility
Does this job have budget responsibilities? No
Does this job have other financial responsibilities? No
Management/Supervisory Authority
Does this job manage or supervise associates?* No
Does this job supervise in multiple business units and/or countries? No
Work Environment
This role involves working in a warehouse setting. In the warehouse, standard equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, cameras, and material handling equipment (forklift, reach truck, order picker, etc.) are used.
Physical Demands
Responsibilities
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Physical Demand Description
Standing
Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position
Walking, Reaching and Handling
Must be able to frequently move about inside the warehouse to access product and machinery, etc. Must be able to stand and walk 60% of time, lift up to 40 lbs. normal, up to 70 lbs. less than 10% of time.
Seeing
Frequently reads various documents and operates computer and other office tools/databases/equipment.
Talking and Hearing
Frequently communicates with colleagues, co-workers, and customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Manual Dexterity
Frequently operates a computer and warehouse machinery.
POSITION SUMMARY
The individual in this role supports the Packaging Supervisor in preparing sales order shipments and collaborates with the Outbound team to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Collaborates with various departments to ensure timely fulfillment of customer order deadlines.
- Analyzes production schedules and estimates the required worker hours for completing job assignments.
- Creates detailed schedule timelines to ensure adherence to customer shipment dates and equipment specifications.
- Develops comprehensive process plans, including resource allocation, equipment utilization, and floor space considerations for each customer order.
- Plans the flow of materials within the department and designs the physical layout of machines based on work orders.
- Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
- Recommends measures to enhance production methods, improve equipment performance, and enhance product quality.
- Proposes changes in working conditions and equipment usage to enhance the efficiency of the shop, department, or work crew.
- Coordinates manpower requirements by adjusting personnel levels and overtime to meet changing conditions.
- Analyzes and resolves work problems independently or provides assistance to workers in solving them.
- Estimates, requisitions, and inspects materials as needed for production processes.
- Assist with training of new and current associates.
- Participate in a collaborative work environment utilizing effective communication and willingness to cross train to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development.
- Comply with comprehensive safety protocols and participate in ongoing training to ensure a secure work environment and maintain a safety-conscious culture.
- Follow all 5S principles and guidelines daily to optimize workflow, efficiency, and a clean work environment.
- Undertakes additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, & Skills required)
- Preferred: High School Diploma or an equivalent qualification; 4 years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities.
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office and Outlook, ERP experience preferred.
- Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction.
- Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Exhibits experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
- Has the ability to read and interpret various documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Possesses effective verbal and written communication skills.
Financial Responsibility
Does this job have budget responsibilities? No
Does this job have other financial responsibilities? No
Management/Supervisory Authority
Does this job manage or supervise associates?* No
Does this job supervise in multiple business units and/or countries? No
Work Environment
This role involves working in a warehouse setting. In the warehouse, standard equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, cameras, and material handling equipment (forklift, reach truck, order picker, etc.) are used.
Physical Demands
Responsibilities
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Physical Demand Description
Standing
Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position
Walking, Reaching and Handling
Must be able to frequently move about inside the warehouse to access product and machinery, etc. Must be able to stand and walk 60% of time, lift up to 40 lbs. normal, up to 70 lbs. less than 10% of time.
Seeing
Frequently reads various documents and operates computer and other office tools/databases/equipment.
Talking and Hearing
Frequently communicates with colleagues, co-workers, and customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Manual Dexterity
Frequently operates a computer and warehouse machinery.