Warehouse Team Leader - 2nd Shift

About Us

At the Circular Solutions and Operations facility in Charlotte, North Carolina, we receive Powertrain Components that have exceeded their initial life cycle and restore them to their original performance specifications. Our site is committed to protecting the environment. Our work is challenging and rewarding as we help the Volvo Group fulfill its mission of “driving prosperity through transport and infrastructure solutions.” This opportunity with the Charlotte, North Carolina Remanufacturing team also offers the ability to learn an interesting aspect of the business while making a positive impact on the environment.

Mission and Purpose of the Position
Model the behavior of a high performing employee
Implement change through standardized work processes while using the 4-step training approach
Use robust problem-solving methods to determine root causes for deviations and work to solutions
Support the development of the continuous improvement activities (VPS) and develop a culture to meetdesired organizational performance targets

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the warehouse for the Charlotte Remanufacturing Site
• Accountable for team performance in terms of SQDCEP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Environment, People)
• Responsible for improving safety and ergonomics
• Document and report all safety accidents and near misses using designated system. Support analysis andcorrective actions as requested.
• Support operations using VPS mindset and tools (5S, problem solving, standardized work)
• Lead meetings with team reporting on business and site-specific performance and areas for improvement.
• Ensure standard operating procedures are in place and being followed. Support development orimprovement of procedures as needed.
• Document any non-conformance to procedures or work rules and present to manager
• Assist with root cause analysis and help to implement a continual improvement mindset
• Assist management in monitoring team’s performance to ensure daily goals are met
• Support overall timekeeping and attendance tracking of the team
• Replace team members when they are absent or as needed
• Assist manager motivating team members to improve performance
• Assist team members when issues arise (quality, productivity, etc.) leading improvement teams as needed.
• Ensure adherence to environmental policies and procedures
• Assist manager with the identification of training needs for current team members
• Facilitate the training of new team members and temporary employees
• Empower teams through the approval and implementation of ideas using the idea generation process
• Support managers to develop plans that contribute to the overall logistic and plant improvement roadmap
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the manager
• Promotes the Volvo Group values and culture

Education and Experience

• Minimum 2 to 5 years relevant experience in a similar function in distribution/manufacturing or logistics required
• Associates Degree (preferred)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge in VPS through formal training preferred

Physical Demands

• Physical Demands
• Regularly required to reach with arms and hands
• Be able to lift up to 50lbs on a frequent basis
• Required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle tools/controls
• Required to sit, climb, balance and crouch