Staging and Shipping Lead

Company: Crystal D
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

Job Purpose: To assist the shipping staff, by coordinating and prioritizing work, or activities. - Ensuring every order is accurately produced and shipped on time with the highest possible quality at the lowest cost. -Having input on the hiring, firing, and coaching of shipping staff. - Provide daily feedback and areas of improvement to shipping staff. -Key Responsibilities and Duties - The following job responsibilities are the duties that the Lead is responsible for achieving. -

• Facilitates work-order flow evenly and accurately shipping processes - 60% - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

• Manage workflow in a way which will result in meeting department objectivesCoordinates with outside departments to help prioritize production finalizationIdentifies and facilitates work-orders that potentially present a large time or labor challenge Stages work in a logical order to allow all department sections ample time for the tasks neededAnticipate and facilitate potential bottlenecks and form a daily plan to eliminate them. - Focus on those Work Orders that potentially present the biggest challengeContinuously monitor the to-do lists and talk with employees to address any problems that occur in the order flow, look for abnormal FLOW situations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Works in stations as needed to ensure daily work goals are achievedContinuously monitors stations and coordinates with employees to address any flow issuesPrioritize and plan for work activitiesDemonstrate accuracy and thoroughness -
• Train and Communicate - Education and provide Crystal D staff with standards and procedures training for accuracy and efficiency - 20% - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
  • Serves as a coach and a mentor to production staff or other Crystal D employeesAssists in the training and on-boarding of new production staffProvide and teach "The WOW Effect"Provides a positive influence and leads by exampleOverserve production staff performance and offer feedback that improves performanceSets and holds production staff accountable for production standardsPerpetuates process and system improvement thinking at each workstationIncorporates LEAN principals into daily actionsIs an advocate for the company in relaying company objectives and directives in a positive manner to the production staff Follow-through with production and company changes to ensure they become new habits Effectively communicates with other departments regarding order issues and resolves themAccurately communicates supply -needs to Production Manager and Supply Chain -
  • Support Analysis - 5% - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
    • Recognize "STOPS" and create a solutionMinimize "muda" and to maximize "value"Continually evaluate production processes and find ways to improve themIdentify developmental needs of shipping staffAssist the Production Manager with production metrics, reports analysis, data collection and time trialsOngoing training in trends and cost analysis to help foster a profitable companyAccurately tracks KANBAN production supplies spending and auditsSupport Manager in decisions and department mission, as well as fill in when manager is absent -
    • Perform other work as assigned - 5% - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
      Catalog and Marketing projectsBusiness DevelopmentManagement training and reading - - -Direction and oversight of others: - 2-8 shipping staff - in relation to workflow and skill development. - Shipping -Qualification and Skill Requirements: -Prior Experience:This position requires at least 2 years in a Crystal D production position at a "Level 5" competency in a shipping section or at least 2 years' experience as lead/supervisory role in a shipping/manufacturing environment. - -Knowledge and Skill Requirements -

      General education knowledge is normally resulting in a High School Diploma or equivalent

      Is a skilled trainer and is effective in enhancing the knowledge and abilities of the production staffCan maintain and grow technical knowledge and expertise. Can be accurate, precise and pay attention to detailHas a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and WordCan read and write at a high school levelUnderstands and can do basic math - -Licenses and Certifications - None - -Work Demands - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -This position will require moderate work hours beyond the normal workday based on the demands of the business cycle, customer volume of business, and specific sales efforts underway. It has a high demand for tight deadlines and immediacy in providing solutions and answers. This position entails work of a somewhat seasonal or cyclical nature. It contains work of a very precise nature. It requires a high level of concentration over an extended period of time. - This position will experience moderate interruption in workflow. It has a zero rate of overnight and a very low rate of day travel.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:This position requires:

      Frequent (up to 10 hours per day) bending, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, reaching, lifting (up to 50 lbs), manual dexterity, and grasping. Frequent (3-5 hours per day) standing and walking. - Occasional (9 or more hours per day) repetitive motion, hand/wrist movement Sensory requirements: Good eyesight, normal hearing, ability to speak clearly and to be understood in the English language. - - -WORKING CONDITIONS:

      Indoors, heatedMoving objects, continuouslyClean space -Work Schedule -This position will work the required hours in order to meet our customer demands. - Hours of work will fluctuate based on the needs of the business as well. -Core Competencies -"I do what I say I will do"

      Understands how to speak truthfully.

      Can admit mistakes and then fix them. - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.Is able to explain the reasoning behind his/her actions. - Accepts responsibility for own actions; Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Is able to be reliable, dependable and trustworthy to customers. Understands how to play to win with moral soundness.Can keep commitments; willingly works extra hours when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Has the ability to follow the letter and the spirit of the law and understands the difference; - -"I have the unyielding persistence to improve"

      Can demonstrate an understanding of continuous improvement.Knows what it means to be "expert" at his/her work. Is able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; looking for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.Knows what it means to "sweat the details". Possesses original thinking and creativity; Can generate suggestions for improving work; Can develop innovative approaches and ideas; Knows how to monitor his/her own work and challenge him/herself to improveKnows how to provide products and service that will WOW a customer.Can use intuition and reasoning to understand data completely. Grasps the situation. "Gets to the root". Is able to identify and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions. Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.Knows to avoid waste not just eliminate it.Knows the leadership of exceeding expectations -"I treat other the way I want to be treated"

      Understands the principle embedded in the "Golden Rule". Has the ability to instill positive attitudes, behaviors and confidence in co-workers by communicating caring, compassion, dignity, respect, and a sincere belief that they will succeed, and a readiness to help them to do so. - Can approach others in a tactful and courteous manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Understands actively listening and can attentively extract content and intention from verbal messages. - Comprehending the messages in the feedback received from internal and external customers.Can focus on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.Is able to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. -Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.Participates in meetings.Can balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.Can relate well to others by building rapport in the department and the organization. - Is patient with fellow associates and other departments within the organization. -"I am committed to the ongoing viability of the company"

      Understands and personalizes the organization's purpose, vision and values; understands and supports department goals; and is willing to contribute extra effort as needed. Upholds organizational values in his/her work life.Has the ability to follow-through with requests from supervisor or customer.Is able meet both customer and business requirements, even when faced with obstacles or delays. - Is willing to endure and persevere through times of testing and challenge, in the hope that positive results will occur.Is willing to work to the best of his\her ability.Is willing to maximize his\her efforts to assure the company will be profitable.Can work in the best interest of the company.Understands the importance of being a good steward of company resources. -"I have the burning desire to achieve in all I do"

      Understands what it means to never give upCan always pursue a positive solutionKnows the difference between having pride and taking pride in his/her work.Has and maintains awareness of style, impact, strengths and development needs; being self-sufficient and motivated to take action to grow and develop.Knows what it means to approach a challenge with "no box" in mind. - - Knows how to always move forward. Understands the importance of always doing your best. -Location:505 Atwater CircleSt. Paul, MN 55103Pay: $51-55K -Powered by JazzHR

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