Scholastic · 11 hours ago
Warehouse Associate Lead (Milwaukee) FT + Great Benefits! (3PM-11:30PM) $22 p/HR + $1.50 (2nd Shift Pay)!
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$22/hr - $23.50/hrScholastic is a company that partners with schools to host book-sale events, providing access to educational products for students and families. They are seeking a Warehouse Associate Lead to direct a small team, assist in training, and support continuous process improvement in warehouse functions.
BooksEdTechEducationPublishingTraining
Responsibilities
Assist with new-hire orientation and train associates on all Product Coordinator – Level I, II, and III functions
Under the supervision of a warehouse supervisor or branch manager, direct a small team of associates in one or more functional areas of the facility, i.e., Case Production, Table Production, UPS, Fair Finishing, 2nd shift, etc
Assist the warehouse supervisor to train, coach, mentor, and motivate the warehouse team
Serve as designated branch trainer, for all new processes, procedures, etc
Assist the warehouse supervisor in planning and presenting branch or departmental daily start-up meetings
Serve as a subject-matter expert for Labor Data Collection and assist the warehouse supervisor to ensure associate Labor Data Cards are completed timely and accurately
Assist the warehouse supervisor in planning and coordination daily Wave production planning
Lead Special Projects as needed
Support the branch team by driving continuous process improvement for all warehouse functions
Perform basic supervisory tasks (excluding formal performance management) in the temporary absence of the warehouse supervisor
Monitor warehouse supplies and equipment and notify the warehouse supervisor or branch manager when supplies are low or reorders are necessary
Ensure that all warehouse equipment and tools are properly utilized to increase productivity, efficiency, and safety; report any unsafe conditions, damaged equipment or injury (to self or co-worker) to your supervisor or manager immediately
Utilize proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects, climbing ladders and pushing/pulling display cases
Accurately and timely complete Labor Data Collection Cards to according to company standards
May operate motorized pallet jacks upon successful completion of the SBF power equipment training program
Maintain a courteous and positive relationship with all co-workers and customers
Drug and alcohol-free policy compliance
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to demonstrate basic product scanner proficiency (i.e., ordering replenishment) effectively with minimal errors
Strong team player and the ability to get along with co-workers
Good verbal/written communication skills, basic math skills, and ability to read documents in English, such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and direct other employees
Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 50 lbs occasionally on a daily basis
Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 30 lbs to a height of 70” occasionally on a daily basis
Must be able to push wheeled cases, which may weigh in excess of 300 lbs, with an initial force of up to 50 lbs and a sustained force of up to 30 lbs
Must be able to stand, reach above and below the shoulders, squat, bend and kneel as necessary to perform the job
Must be able to tolerate work in a non-air conditioned environment
Must be able to accurately follow specific instructions for multiple detailed assembly processes
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Preferred
High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred
Forklift experience is a plus (If certified – must be at least 18 years of age)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
50% Employee Discount
Paid Time Off
Company
Scholastic
Scholastic publishes and distributes children's books, connecting educators and families through accessibility, engagement, and expertise.
Founded in 1920
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2015-04-24Acquired
1992-02-24IPO
Leadership Team
Peter Warwick
President & Chief Executive Officer
Haji Glover
Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President
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