Shipping Lead

Creekstone Farms Premium Beef • Arkansas City, KS

15h

About The Position

The Shipping Lead is responsible for being a leader in the shipping department by directing the work of others and ensuring that all shipping activities on the shift are being executed according to the Supervisor’s direction. This individual is expected to work closely with the Shipping team using a continuous improvement mentality and will work to perpetuate a "Creekstone Proud" culture through attitude and actions.

Requirements

• Basic math skills are required
• Exposure to extreme cold (0-10 degrees) for short intervals of time throughout the entire shift
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to present ideas, concepts, issues, concerns, and questions in a well thought out, positive, and professional manner
• Ability to foster an atmosphere of teamwork and respect
• Functional with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Able to work productively and independently
• Clear communication skills – verbally and in written form.
• Ability to coach and develop others into becoming a better employee
• Leadership skills such as but not limited to conflict resolution, encouraging others and inspiring good work
• Ability to take direction humbly and collaborate in order to define and pursue team goals
• A positive outlook and attitude in taking initiative and problem solving, unprompted
• Must possess a keen attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring all workers have proper equipment, safety equipment and training.
• Tour the area several times each hour ensuring the proper job functions are completed in each area at the proper speed and quality level.
• Relieve workers needing to leave the area at unscheduled times, vacations, and call ins
• Fix any problems found and report to supervisor
• Inform supervisors immediately of issues impeding production or issues with associates.
• Work cooperatively with QA and USDA to affect the smooth shipping of export loads.
• Forklift/Pallet jack authorized
• This position is also responsible for executing other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed