Shipping Lead (1st Shift)

• Coordinates department activity for assigned area(s), ensuring that product is continuously handled, prepared/transferred, and or packaged in accordance with work schedules and standard operating procedures.
• Ensures the accurate utilization of associates based on the requirements of the day. Assigns and prioritizes work.
• Tracks performance of assigned work and ensures proper completion.
• Communicates work instructions to employees in designated area(s), in accordance with supervisory objectives.
• Participates in all the job tasks assigned to the workers to include but not limited to unboxing, sorting, bailing and transferring product as needed.
• Responds for proper execution of lock-out/tag-out procedures at all times, directly or through others
• In coordination with the assigned supervisor or manager, operates the WMS system to create reports, confirm product quantities and locations, move inventory, update inventory, etc.
• Creates / reviews work instructions, documenting the processes to complete the work, to insure consistency and positive results.
• Provides training and feedback to employees to ensure consistency and accuracy of processes.
• Communicates with other departments about status on completion of urgent orders and availability of product.
• Coordinates with maintenance department to ensure that equipment repair needs are timely met.
• Works with employees to track, attendance. Handles attendance issues, with supervisor’s knowledge, as necessary.
• Ensures that the work area is always clean and free of clutter or any safety hazards.
• Ensures that the following day’s tasks are planned for in advance.
• Adheres to Hampton’s policies and procedures, including, but not limited to safety and housekeeping standards.
• Follows instructions and adheres to the SOPs specific for each assigned area; responds to management direction.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

While this position does not directly supervise any individuals, the incumbent is responsible for the productivity, quality and overall performance of the team and acts as a liaison between direct supervisor and the team.

• Some high school and no less than 2-3 years’ minimum experience in warehousing distribution center, and/or manufacturing environment related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift training/experience a plus.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before team members.
• Bilingual English-Spanish preferred.