Warehouse Team Leader

Stefanini Group is in search for a 2nd Shift WAREHOUSE TEAM LEADER(hours 2p-10p) for a globally recognized automotive company based in Elkridge. MD. This is open for C2C candidates as well. Please reach out to me, ALLAN ANGELES for immediate interview - (248) 936-0633 or Maketta Berry (336) 688-5897 Mission and Purpose of the Position As a member of the Operations Leadership Team, support continual improvement activities to meet desired organizational performance targets Support the development of the continuous improvement (LEAN) culture in the organizationModel behavior the behavior of a high performing employeeImplement change through standardized work processes while using the 4 step training approachUse robust problem solving methods to determine root causes for deviations and work to solutions ResponsibilitiesResponsible for one of the operational areas within RDC Inbound, Outbound, or Operations Support.Accountable for team performance in terms of SQDCEP in his/her areaResponsible for improving safety and ergonomics in assigned areasIncrease safety culture via regular GEMBA walks and safety dialogue.Document and report all safety accidents and near misses to Supervisor. Support analysis and corrective actions as requested.Support a lean operation using VPS mindset and tools (5S, problem solving, standardized work)Lead daily VPS meetings with assigned team reporting on business and site specific performance and areas for improvement.Ensure standard operating procedures are in place and being followed. Support development or improvement of procedures as needed.Document any non-conformance to procedures or work rules and present to supervisor (FLM)Assist with root cause analysis and help to implement a continual improvement mindsetAssist supervisors in monitoring team's performance to ensure daily goals are metSupport overall timekeeping and attendance tracking of the team Replace team members when they are absent or on other assignment as per supervisor direction.Assist supervisors toward motivating team members to improve performanceAssist team members when issues arises (quality, productivity, etc.) leading improvement teams as needed. Ensure adherence to environmental policies and proceduresAssist supervisors with the identification of training needs for experienced team members and facilitate the training of new team members and temporary employeesEmpower teams through the approval and implementation of ideas using the idea generation processSupport Supervisor to develop improvement plans for assigned area that contribute to the overall DC improvement roadmapAll other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the area supervisor or managerPromotes the Volvo Group values and culture Education and ExperienceMinimum 2 to 5 years relevant experience in a similar function in distribution/manufacturing or logistics requiredKnowledge in Lean Principles through formal training preferredProficient in MS Office preferred Desired CompetencesCustomer focused: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.Peer relationship: Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all; can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups; can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; easily gains trust and support of peers; encourages collaboration; can be candid with peers.Learning on the fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both success and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.Self-development: Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself; understands that different situations and levels may call for different approaches; works to develop strengths; works on compensating for weakness and limits