Materials Handler/Shipping & Receiving Lead

Job Details

Job Location

BC1 - Carpinteria, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$22.31 - $32.36 Hourly

Job Category

Warehouse

Description

Position Profile

The Material Handler - Shipping and Receiving Lead is responsible for supporting and ensuring all Shipping and Receiving functions by/ which include timely receiving of incoming shipments, unloading, breaking down, validating counts, stocking items, picking finished goods, packing, and processing of sales orders are completed and carried out effectively and in a timely manner. Other responsibilities may apply as outline in the principal accountabilities section of this job description. The Material Handler

- Shipping and Receiving Lead will work closely under the direct supervision of the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator who is able to give and take constructive feedback, effectively collaborate with coworkers, and prioritize workflow in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating a positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.

What you'll do

Trains personnel in all aspects of their job.
Assist in all Shipping and Receiving daily functions as needed.
Collects, prepares, and presents all department KPI (key performance indicator) data.
Assist in the development and implementation of new processes and procedures.
Assist in communication with carriers to make arrangements for incoming and outgoing shipments.
Assist with the RGA process.
Assist with all email inquiries such as acquiring proof of deliveries, tracking numbers, and re-consignments.
Navigate carrier portals to research and track shipments.
Operate all power tool equipment (Miter Saw, Nail Gun, Sawzall, Power drill).
Fully operate Packsize machine including creating articles, loading cardboard, fixing jams.
Request international quotes using carrier portals and contact info.
Organize and perform A3, 5Y and PDCA problem solving sessions and implementations.
Operate all power truck equipment (Forklift, Joey, Reach and Order Picker).
Reports discrepancies to Shipping and Receiving Supervisor and Purchasing.
Performs other duties as directed by the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor or Manager.

Performance Measurements

Team Player -willingness to help when needed, where needed.
Punctual.
Dependable.
Works well with co-workers.
Delegates work accordingly and motivates co-workers while ensuring productivity.
Communicates to peers and Supervisor effectively and professionally.
Accomplishes assigned projects effectively and in a timely manner.
Able to work overtime including Saturdays as needed.

Position Dimensions

Train new employees within approximately 1-2 months from start date.
Implement improvements that reduce time, cost, steps or waste in processes or procedures.
Daily Cycle Count: 2-5 items (Shipping and Receiving bin locations).
Inventory level of approx. 15 Million +/- 6 Inv turns per year
Able to work overtime as required, including Saturdays.
Non-Exempt

Leadership Principles

And finally, BEGA has put forth a set of governing principles. If values govern behavior, principles govern consequences, and we've established four principles to provide the entire organization with a set of hierarchical direction for decision making. First and foremost, as a leader at BEGA, you are the Brand. Be proud of it and protect it. Second, People are BEGAs most valuable asset. Our decisions should always reflect this. Third, Safety is our first priority. Zero lost-time accidents is not a goal, its an expectation. And last but not least, we strive for Excellence in everything we do!

Qualifications

Knowledge & Experience

Excellent communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift-up to 50lbs. continuously as needed.
Ability to operate industrial power trucks and equipment as needed.
Read and write English Fluently.
Must be able to obtain a high degree of knowledge of BEGA inventory parts (3-6months learning period).
Prior shipping and receiving experience a plus.
Team Player.
High School diploma/GED preferred.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing dynamics.

Illuminating What Matters:

A guiding light for elevating our thinking beyond day-to-day activity in a clear and memorable way, BEGA North Americas vision intentionally possesses more than one meaning. Naturally, as an architectural lighting company, to illuminate a surface or an object makes perfect sense. There's a deeper meaning, however. To illuminate can also mean to make lucid or clear, or to shed light on an important concept or idea. Whether its for our industry, our community, or our family, we want to matter to people who want to matter to us. And most importantly, to illuminate can also mean to enlighten, as with knowledge. We invest heavily in our people, and believe this simple idea is why they ultimately choose BEGA for a lifetime, because were focused on illuminating what matters to them.

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