Offer summary

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required., At least 2 years of leadership experience preferred., Experience as a Warehouse Specialist or similar role necessary., Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and strong communication skills..

Key responsibilities:

Oversee and coordinate warehouse shift activities to meet productivity goals.

Ensure safety protocols and food safety standards are followed.

Train and support warehouse team members.

Maintain accurate inventory records and facilitate communication with management.

Job description

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

This role is not a remote opportunity.

Scope:

The Warehouse Team Leader facilitates the successful workflow of the shift and cascades direction from the Warehouse Supervisor. Serves as a resource and subject matter expert to all assigned personnel in assigned area of the warehouse and helps coordinate the activities of the assigned area. Capable of efficiently operating all PIT equipment in all areas of the department. Facilitates communication between assigned warehouse employees to ensure productivity metrics are met and maintains documentation with a high degree of accuracy and quality. Furthermore, they are accountable for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory to ensure that Heartland FPG’s operations perform above industry standard.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

Promotes safety and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times; including accurate completion of all pre-shift equipment checks
Utilizes all food safety and food security guidelines, including Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points
Able to operate all PIT equipment in the department, provides coverage for all assigned team members in case of absences
Communicates with Warehouse Supervisor/Operations Manager to plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and picking/loading sequences to meet warehouse goals. Interprets directives given by Warehouse Supervisor
Proactively and positively communicates with operational counterparts to ensure product availability
Assists with employee training
Ensures overall quality through accurate inventory transactions and material movements
Safely performs routine care and maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment and notifies Warehouse Supervisor when major service is required
Able to complete cycle counts and can perform basic inventory control processes/procedures
Must keep a professional and positive demeanor with all Heartland FPG employees and customers
All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent
At least 2 years in a previous leadership role preferred
Must be at the skill level of a Warehouse Specialist or equivalent experience
Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and coach employees
Demonstrated record of leading successful change with measurable results
Ability to work autonomously or in a group
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite
Must have ability to understand oral and written instructions in English
Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills

Physical Demands:

Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend
Must possess visual acuity to document company records
Lifting up to 50 pounds

Required profile