Team Leader- Distribution Operations

Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. Work schedule: Monday to Friday 7am to 3:30 pm with occasional weekends. Hourly full time opportunity JOB MISSION: Responsible to lead and conduct data based, problem solving activities towards making improvements that positively impact safety, quality, productivity, and cost.Responsible for monitoring distribution processes, ensuring that standard work methods are being followed and assisting teams to maintain distribution flow.Work closely with distribution associates and distribution supervisors towards achieving consistent results. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Performs the full complement of duties for their department; work in the function to ensure deadlines are met. * Conducts process improvement activities with teams, as necessary, using problem solving tools and methodology. Present results of problem- solving activities to peers, groups, and members of leadership, as necessary. * Monitors and performs audits of distribution processes and standard work metrics. * Notifies associates of audit results. Observes and works to correct any Ergonomic and/or Safety concerns. * Responds to team's barriers and operational bottleneck.Documents the reasons for failures and any corrective actions. * Conducts team instructions sessions, discussions, and updates, i.e., production boards, work instructions. Provides specialty job skills training and instruction. * Ensures adherence to company's policies and procedures.Notifies the supervisor and the human resources department of any safety, employee relations issues and discipline problems. * Perform duties of Distribution Associates, as required: * Pick, pack, and ship customer orders, and troubleshoot problems to resolution * Receive and process returns and exchanges * Organize shipments to 3rd party distributors * Sort, count, package, label, unpack and/or log inventory which is shipped or received * Inspect shipments for damages or defects; record discrepancies or damages and notify supervisor * Reorganize inventory on shelves in warehouse for seasonality * Unpack shipment of product and replenish warehouse shelves * Identify all returned defective units with proper defective reason code. * Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS * Able to operate lift equipment up to a height of 40 feet, as assigned. * Strongly demonstrated knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the distribution process. * Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently; ability to match numbers/letters. * Strong verbal and written skills utilizing appropriate demeanor, proper grammar/spelling, and respectful tone to communicate clearly and effectively; professional phone demeanor. * Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), WMS and email. * Ability to lead,... For full info follow application link. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, han dicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran..