LEW Warehouse - Whey Group Leader

General Summary:

• At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role - Warehouse Whey Group Leader - 2nd Shift Rate is $36.19  (Break in rates and $0.75 cents differential pay from 6PM - 5:59AM applies). The Group Leader is responsible for overseeing and directing the crew and equipment operations for the entire Whey Warehouse. 

Job Description:

• At all times, operate in a manner consistent with safe operating procedures.
• Responsible for providing direction for the crew and equipment in accordance with Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Coordinate load out operators.
• Ensure trucks are loaded efficiently.
• Make sure orders are committed or product requested.
• Allocate and post all outgoing loads 2-3 days in advance.
• Oversee monthly Finished Goods Inventory.
• Assist with training of new operators.
• Ensure loading procedures are being followed.
• Assist in answering customer service issues.
• Coordinate with Quality Execution on hold/release of product.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Ensure daily capacity inventories are completed.
• Coordinate daily with Corporate on capacity and storage load needs.
• Operates with the load operators. 

Required Knowledge:

• Knowledge of sanitary GMPs.
• Physical requirements to perform job as defined in the essential job function.
• Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions.
• Computer familiarization with AS400 and SAP system.
• Understanding of the powder loadout process.

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated leadership ability.  Lead By Example.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to safety.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Two (2) years forklift experience.
• Self-starter, Self-motivator.
• Multi-task ability.
• 1-2 years warehouse experience (organization, powder loadout, inventory controls, shipping and receiving).

Working Relationships:

• This position reports to the Warehouse Manager or Supervisor.
• This position will regularly interact with other production and support group supervisors. Regular interaction with other plant management.

Offering You In Return:

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, nine paid holidays, sick time, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.