Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company · 3 hours ago
Material Handler Lead- Shipping
Wyoming, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expKnape & Vogt Manufacturing Company is a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture, and distribution of functional hardware and storage-related components. They are seeking an experienced Hi-Lo driver to effectively lead a team of material handlers in a fast-paced shipping environment, ensuring efficient operations and safety standards are met.
ConstructionIndustrialManufacturingLogisticsBuilding MaterialWarehousing
Responsibilities
Effectively lead and guide a team of assigned material handlers
Prepare for start-up meetings which includes running and preparing reports
Run start-up meeting in the absence of the Supervisor
Ensure the team is prepared for each day’s activities
Monitor and guide the team throughout the entire day
Communicate closely with Distribution Clerks regarding daily plans
Monitor docks for proper movement of items including products left behind, misloads, or incorrect staging
Perform audits to verify that customer-specific requirements are met for shipments
Promote safe working conditions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor safety and mechanical aspects of the forklift and picker equipment
Load trucks using a forklift and picker as needed
Pick and label orders for external customers and preparing them for shipment as needed
Conducts inventory transactions using RF units
Performing quality checks and audit order accuracy
Requests assistance for any items heavier than 50 lbs
Qualification
Required
4 years of recent forklift driving experience in Shipping/Receiving
valid driver's license
safe driving record
High School Diploma or GED
Possess a current forklift certificate
Computer literate and RF Scanner experience
Ability to efficiently work in a high-paced environment
Ability to work with other team members on the production floor
Speak, read, write, and understand basic English
Benefits
Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more
Competitive Pay
Generous Paid Time Off
11 Annual Paid Holidays
401K with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discount Programs
Bonus and Merit opportunities
Company
Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company
A privately held company headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, Knape & Vogt is a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of functional hardware, office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers, specialty distributors, hardware chains and major home centers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2006-08-28Acquired
Leadership Team
John Montigny
President & CEO
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