Team Leader, Warehousing

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location: La Vergne, [[filter2]], USA 

What we are looking for:

Yazaki is looking for a Team Lead to join our Distribution Center located in La Vergne, Tn. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization. Spanish Language proficiency is a major plus!

What you will be doing:

The Team Lead is responsible for maintaing daily operations. Assists the Warehouse Manager and Warehouse Supervisor in assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work within their area of operation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in organizing daily associate activities
• Prepares reports as required by Management
• Reports and resolves shortages, damages, non-conformances, and other discrepancies
• Maintains accurate department records and documentation
• Reads and understands blueprints
• Provides assistance and training in established processes, procedures, and technical applications
• Understands equipment and materials required to perform the job
• Ensures proper equipment and tools are available for associates to perform daily activities
• Contacts internal customers directly
• Assists management in addressing customer issues and concerns
• Assures that Customer Specific Requirements are met
• Assists Facility or Department Manager / Supervisor as directed
• Assists management in meeting corporate and departmental goals and objectives
• Supports corporate policies and departmental policies
• Supports EMS/QMS policies and procedures
• Supports health and safety policies
• Associate must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Experience with the following systems:

• PkMS
• Microsoft Office applications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Degree Requirements: High School graduate or equivalent
Certification Requirements: Forklift Certified
Previous Experience: Minimum of 4 yrs. in a warehouse/distribution environment
Travel Requirements: As Required
On Call Requirements: N/A
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 30 lbs.

SPECIAL SKILLS SKILL LEVEL

• Written communication 
• Verbal communication 
• Problem solving 
• Conflict resolution 
• Judgment/decision making 
• Customer service 
• Organizational
• Time management 
• Meeting facilitation 
• Team leadership
• Supervision

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.