1220 MAP Operations Team Leader 4:30p - 1:00a

Midwest Express Inc

We are conveniently located  in East Liberty, OH between Bellefontaine and Marysville, just off State Route 33.

A proud subsidiary of Honda Logistics, Midwest Express Inc. (MEI)® has a strong global presence with over 35 years of consolidation center experience. This includes consolidation/deconsolidation, warehousing, automated returnable container handling, kitting, export packaging, parts sequencing for line side delivery and Vendor Managed Inventory services. Additionally, MEI performs sub-assembly and final assembly functions for a number of automotive suppliers.

POSITION:                      Team Leader

SHIFT:                             2^nd 4:30pm-1:00am

FLSA STATUS:               Hourly

What You’ll Do (include but not limited to):

• Enforce Safety and Quality guidelines- Both Departmental and Organizational 
•   Solve/Troubleshoot problems and resolve issues/concerns in a timely manner. Apply preventative measures.
•   Motivate your team and promote/display positive teamwork
•   Conduct process audits to ensure work has been done thoroughly and correctly 
•   Track and Report manpower for area
•   Complete daily reports
•   Present information to groups of Associates
•   Monitor processes and procedures to maintain effective practices
•   Provide process coverage if needed
•   Assist in sound investigations to incidents within the department and assist countermeasure development
•   Maintain daily, positive, and productive communication with all Associates
•   Ensure all Associates are trained to and signed off on all Operation Standards
•   Effectively communicate with both internal and external customers
•   Support and serve as a role model for MEI’s KPI’s of Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Morale and Environment
•   Manage visual communication boards in production areas
•   Keep work area organized with attention to detail
•   Monitor all SQCDME (KPI’s) throughout daily operations
• Act as a role model for all Associates and adhere to the company core values
  • Respect for the individual – Promote harmony and consensus. Co-operate and work with others in the pursuit of team goals. Maintain high ethical standards both personally and professionally.
  • Building Trust – Be reliable and consistent. Shows confidence in others. Be aware of unconscious bias. Shows integrity and authenticity.
  • Developing Yourself and Others – Improves skills and talents of others and self. Seeks and provides constructive feedback. Challenges self and others to realize their abilities. Encourages development.
•   Maintain a customer service focus (both internal and external), ensuring and protecting our customer’s best interest
•   Support leadership with other assigned duties and tasks
•   Work Overtime as needed (Occasionally with little to no advanced notice)
•   Assist in preparing/presenting presentations for staff meetings, management & Executive Meetings
•   Assist in gathering and creating visuals for monthly reviews
•   Keep inventory & proper distribution of PPE & Production supplies
•   Ensure consistent acclimation of New Hire Associates
•   Communicate company/Production change points and goals with enthusiasm and professionalism

Work Environment

·        Work will primarily take place in a warehouse/production environment

·        Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility

What We’re Looking For (Education, Experiences, Skills)

Must Have

• High School Diploma or GED
• Introductory level experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Forklift or/or Tow-motor Certification
• Ability to interact professionally within the company and with the customer
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• English
• Occasionally required to lift up to 40lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility

   Nice to Have

• 1-2 years Warehousing/Manufacturing/Logistics
• Bilingual (Spanish)

   What We Offer

• Competitive base pay: $21.26/ hour
• 2^nd- Shift Differential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + holidays
• Bonuses (Attendance, Appreciation, Referral)
• Career growth within a lead logistics provider
• Tuition Reimbursement

Midwest Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.