Operations Team Lead (Distribution)

SUMMARY: As part of a leading Global Aerospace Distributor, the Operations Lead is not only responsible for understanding and executing all facets of operational processes including order fulfillment, receiving, domestic / international shipping, and inventory control but also ensures material and process flow within these areas are optimal at all times.  The Operations Lead will be required to work extensively in a team environment to achieve expected results.
 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to understand and influence process improvement initiatives
• Ensures team is trained on key aspects of operational processes and procedures
• Tracks process flow within Operation and coordinates with Operations Manager to identify potential bottlenecks and to ensure the right capacity is in place to fulfill demand
• Proficient in reading and understanding manufacturer certification and other applicable vendor documentation, packing slips and 8130 tags
• Ability to prepare orders for domestic and international shipping, verify all required documentation is included
• Understands Export / Customs requirements and documentation, including SLI and AES filings
• Coordinates with Freight Forwarders on applicable shipments
• Capable of performing inventory cycle counts and makes appropriate inventory adjustments as needed
• Order Picking and Packaging
• Receiving, Packing, and Storing material in warehouse locations
• Ensures warehouse and workstations are clean and organized.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Associate degree
• 3+ year of relevant/technical work experience OR

• An additional 2 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.

• Ability to effectively communicate across cross functional teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and scheduling applications
• Ability to read and write at a proficient level

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or technical certification.
• 5+ years of Operations/ Warehouse Distribution experience
• Knowledge of Component Control Quantum.
• Ability to operate forklift and pallet jack

OTHER:

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.