Commodities Team Lead | 3rd Shift

Description

Summary:

The Commodities Team Lead plays a crucial role in supporting our purpose of creating lasting value for those we serve by working in

conjunction with their leader to provide guidance and day to day direction for our Commodities team members. They ensure

efficient and accurate processing of product and orders for our customers and other branches. They ensure processes are in place

and recommend improvement opportunities to manage work flow, promote safety, provide training, promote proficiency in

shipping product, maintain inventory accuracy, and ensure compliance in the wire center while supporting a positive work

environment. A successful Commodities Lead is a self-starter, works autonomously, and performs all of the duties and

responsibilities of a Commodities Team Member in such a manner that sets an example for others. This individual is seen as a leader

and continually coaches and mentors others on the team so they may continually improve. Their leadership should promote our

culture, our 5 P’s and our purpose to create lasting value for those we serve.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

•  Oversee the team by providing direction, support, and holding team members accountable
•  Manage efficient, safe, and accurate processing of products
•  Encourage creative thinking and continuous improvement within the team
•  Create a cohesive team attitude
•  Provide training and cross-training to all team members
•  Willingness to give and receive constructive feedback
•  Assist Production Manager in handling employee issues and performance management
•  Assist in maintaining distribution center cleanliness and order
•  Analyze daily reports and custom spreadsheets
•  Maintain adherence and promote safety policies and initiatives
•  Assist in ensuring the highest of quality and timeliness of orders
•  Create and sustain a positive team atmosphere within the Wire Center
•  Coaching and mentoring other team members
•  Prioritize work flow and monitor cut-off times
•  Assign team members to other departments when work flow dictates
•  Support team members by leading team lifts
•  Handle internal customer requests and concerns
•  Promote our culture and 5 P’s

Requirements

Critical Success Factors:

•  Ability to work collaboratively with all departments
•  Execute duties with highest regard for safety, continuous improvement and cost reduction
•  Customer focused with a high rate of customer satisfaction
•  Ability to analyze workload and establish priorities with time sensitive deadlines
•  Ability to make sound decisions with minimal guidance
•  Willingness to give and receive constructive feedback
•  Strong interpersonal and communication skills
•  Ability to understand and implement our processes and procedures
•  Strong analytical skills and ability to solve problems and develop solutions
•  Must lead by example by displaying a positive work ethic and attitude
•  Ability to learn, grow, and adapt to change
•  Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines
•  Excellent customer service orientation
•  Self Motivated
•  Dependable

Job Requirements/Specifications:

•  High School diploma or GED required
•  Two year degree preferred
•  One year previous distribution center experience preferred
•  Previous leadership experience preferred
•  Electrical product knowledge is a plus
•  Ability to lift 100 lbs on a consistent basis
•  Ability to operate lift truck equipment
•  Ability to work an extended shift to complete work tasks as needed
•  Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
•  Knowledge of Eclipse preferred
•  Knowledge of handheld RF scanner is a plus
•  Demonstrated computer skills

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

•  Occasional, less than 1 time per week crawling, vibration, confined area, high places, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation 
•  Some, less than 1/3 of the time climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, works with others, customer contact, wet, humid, noise, work outdoors, mechanical hazards
•  Frequent, from 1/3 to 2/3s of the time sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, bending at the waist, twisting upper body, reaching, working with hands, working with fingers, talking, hearing, vision acuity-near, vision acuity-far, depth perception, field of vision, vision adjustment, color vision, driving, team lifting, cold, heat, temperature changes, work indoors
•  Consistent, more than 2/3s of the time working along, non-standard shift work, extended day

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an incumbent. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities, duties or responsibilities. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Several factors are considered in making compensation decisions at Van Meter; including but not limited to education, skill sets, work experience and training, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation may be below the lower end of the range when the minimum requirements of the role are not met and the higher end is reserved for candidates with extensive experience and qualifications that exceed the requirements of the role.

Van Meter offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, company paid life and disability insurance, paid time off including holidays, 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.