DC Lead

KGPCo is the go-to partner to Communications Service Providers. Our customers rely on our extensive range of network solutions and services to help them build, maintain, and transform networks that connect the world.
 The communications industry is evolving every day and we are at the frontline of these innovations. From ground to cloud, the work we do is transforming networks and impacting communities nationwide. It’s work that happens because of our motivated teams of doers and problem solvers.

Our Core Values define how we do business:
 • The Customer is Everything.
 • Relationships Matter. All of Them.
 • Question Things. Take Action.
 • Work Hard. Work Smart. Enjoy the Experience.
 • Growth Mindset.

 It’s not just a job – it’s a step in your career

SUMMARY:

Distribution Center Team Leads assigned to Receiving, Shipping, Cable Cutting and Inventory Control. The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are listed for each department.  Overtime and Saturday may be required based on business needs.  Other duties may be assigned. 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

RECEIVING

• Lead department personnel in the receipt and put away all product per documented procedures
• Promote quality receipt and put away transactions
• Perform and assist floor employees in performing inbound receipts per documented processes as well as dispostioning non-conforming product, purchase order, or damaged shipments.
• Assist in the maintenance of acceptable productivity and quality levels for floor associates to ensure the performance metrics of the business are met
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory utilizing a Warehouse Management  and Reporting System
• Communicate any performance issues and observations to department supervisor
• Conduct periodic department meetings with supervisor’s approval to communicate company policy, process changes, workloads, safety topics

SHIPPING

• Lead personnel to achieve corporate objectives in quality and  productivity
• Lead the department in shipping orders and as required to meet customer delivery and quality level commitments
• Insure outbound shipments are worked in line with our documented procedures and processes.
• Promote established safety and quality standards
• Assist in maintaining an accurate inventory utilizing a Warehouse Management and Reporting System
• Lead efforts to improve quality
• Communicate any performance issues and observations to department supervisor
• Conduct periodic department meetings with supervisor’s approval to communicate company policy, process changes, workloads, safety topics

CABLE CUTTING

• Lead department personnel in the receipt, cut, put away, and ship of cable reels following documented processes.
• Lead the floor associates in processing Cable shipping orders and their shipping duties as required to meet customer commitments
• Insure ancillary supplies involved in the cable cutting process are stocked.
• Lead safety efforts involving cable machinery and forklift operation
• Assist in the maintenance of acceptable productivity and quality levels for floor associates to ensure the performance metrics of the business are met
• Insures cable is prepared for shipment to prevent damage by carriers
• Manages Steel Reel returns for credit and cable junk recycling
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory utilizing a Warehouse Management  and Reporting System
• Communicate any performance issues and observations to department supervisor.
• Conduct periodic department meetings with supervisor’s approval to communicate company policy, process changes, workloads, safety topics

INVENTORY CONTROL

• Lead and monitor personnel in the performance of item setup in the Warehouse Management System
• Lead floor personnel in the inventory reporting, cycle counting, and reconciliation process.
• Investigate zero shipments, receiving errors, and adjustments to inventory to determine root cause,  and provide recommendations to DC Manager to improve quality
• Assist in the maintenance of accurate inventory utilizing a Warehouse Management System
• Conduct periodic meetings with assigned staff to communicate company policy, process changes, workloads, safety topics
• Communicate any performance issues and observations to department supervisor.
• Conduct periodic department meetings with supervisor’s approval to communicate company policy, process changes, workloads, safety topics

 

Safety Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to, promote, and accept responsibility for compliance to Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, Industry Consensus Standards, and KGP Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
   • Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior warehouse experience required
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Working knowledge of  Warehouse Management System required
• Knowledge of RF processes using Intermec RF scanning equipment and other warehouse equipment required
• On Call required.  Willingness to travel

 BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company match
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick/safe time
• Pet insurance for our non-human family members 

 

KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

 

About KGPCo:

KGPCo is a key strategic partner to the world’s leading communication and technology companies creating the next generation of networks. By uniquely combining Network Services and Supply Chain Solutions to build, optimize, and maintain networks, our team’s unmatched expertise enables our customers to navigate today’s challenges, implement tomorrow’s innovations, and build the future. KGPCo OneTouch™ provides a single source for everything from design and architecture to production and sourcing to installation and support.From ground to cloud, KGPCo is the only company in the industry that offers a complete range of solutions and an integrated approach to build, optimize, and maintain networks. Since 1973, KGPCo has built unique offerings of Supply Chain, Distribution, Integration Services, and Network Services including OSP, ISP and Network Cloud by understanding industry challenges and relying on the solid foundation of hard work and perseverance established by founders Kathleen and Dale Putrah. It’s this legacy that has established an unequaled Customer First philosophy for KGPCo - Products, Services, and Network Cloud.

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