Job Description

Position Title: Operations Team Lead - Picking Department

Reports to: Logistics Supervisor

Location: YOH Pataskala, OH

Job Summary:

Under minimal supervision, the Operations Team Lead works with Operations Supervisor to ensure superior execution of the Distribution Center's mission of providing on time, accurate and efficient delivery of merchandise to YCC customers. Acts as the primary point person on the floor for employees and ensures that they are following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and working in compliance with standards within the department, at the same time maintaining a safe work environment.

Job Duties:

* Provides training, coaching and direction regarding departmental processes and procedures. Monitors new and veteran Employee' acquired skills and reports any continued lapse of established department goals and/or overall performance to the manager for action. Monitors employee error trends.
* Monitors productivity, accuracy and utilization of employees with direction and support from the manager. Provides updates and solutions to the manager. Updates manager and recommend solutions regarding issues on the floor impacting warehousing functions and/or employees. Takes initiative and implements solutions in the absence of the manager or in an emergency situation.
* Tracks/monitors/maintains/reinforces daily, weekly and monthly performance goals and objectives approved and assigned by management. With the direction and support from the manager, facilitates the achievement of departments' goals and objectives.
* Provides excellent on-time customer service to internal/external customers. Demonstrate an overall positive and productive environment amongst employees and protects the integrity of privileged information shared in confidence.
* Analyzes warehouse processes and make recommend for continuous improvement. Maintains methods and procedures documentation for enhancement, as well as recommendations of best practices.
* Works safely in order to help preserve the safety and health of coworkers, guests and visitors as well as their own. Follows all Company safety/accident policies and procedures and adheres to all applicable safety laws and regulations. Notifies management promptly of any safety hazards/violations or accidents/injuries. Participates in safety training. Properly uses and maintains Personal Protective Equipment. Encourages employees to follow all safety procedures.
* Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

* High School diploma or equivalent experience
* 2 years in a warehouse environment and preferred 6 months in a lead role
* Ability to read/write in the English language
* Basic arithmetic skills with strong attention to detail
* Distribution/warehouse experience preferred
* ability to interact well with all levels of employees
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to lead employees
* Ability to analyze warehouse processes and make recommendations for improvement
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Attentive to detail
* Good planning and time management skills
* Demonstrated ability to deal with complexities and deadlines
* Knowledge of office and logistics software

Preferred Qualifications:

* High School diploma or equivalent experience
* 2 years in a warehouse environment and preferred 6 months in a lead role

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Paper Mate, Sharpie, Dymo, EXPO, Parker, Elmers, Coleman, Marmot, Oster, Sunbeam, FoodSaver, Mr. Coffee, Graco, Baby Jogger, NUK, Calphalon, Rubbermaid, Contigo, First Alert and Yankee Candle. For hundreds of millions of consumers, Newell Brands makes life better every day, where they live, learn, work and play. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.