Job Description :

Warehouse & Processing Team Leader 

 

Our performance ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. We are proud of the brands we make and the enjoyment they give to millions. We are passionate about alcohol playing a positive role in society as part of a balanced lifestyle. It is central to our purpose to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. 
  
We are a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer! We produce an assortment of over 200 amazing brands – old and new, large and small, global and local – that are enjoyed in more than 180 countries around the world! 
  
Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE). For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share standard methodology. 

 

Context/Scope:  Directly responsible for the overall performance of the RTD Warehouse and processing on days or nights. The role requires quick decision-making capabilities that will have impact to schedule adherence, safety, quality and leading multiple priorities across the warehouses on a shift. This role leads +10 Processing and Warehouse Team Members (Shipping/Receiving Desk Leads and Forklift Drivers).  

  

Outputs 

·       Zero LTA’s  

·       Ensure materials are staged for the next 24 hrs  

·       Optimize traffic through the Yard Management System  

·       SAP inventory reconciliation for Materials and Finished Goods  

·       TECO process orders  

·       Ensure the right training is provided to the Warehouse Team Members.  

·       Deliver daily on 5S methodology, responsible for Food safety and ISO programs   

·       Deliver DPL targets according to schedules  

  

Purpose of Role:  

·       Responsible for leading the day-to-day production requirements across the processing area, including daily processing planning, safety, quality, coordinating staffing assignments, safety activities and departmental budget activities.  

·       Maintains receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and carrying out program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.   

·       Provide business leadership to ensure that team meets or exceeds Supply Excellence critical metrics.   

·       Provide relevant training and development opportunities for the continued growth of the employee and team as a whole.    

·       Follows federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; making sure adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.  

·       Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.   

·       A positive, energetic, and enthusiastic team member that demonstrates leadership by example in all aspects of operations as a whole.    

·       Drive continuous improvement and total employee engagement in critical success areas by empowering employees to use Supply Excellence tools and techniques.  

  

Key Outputs:   

·       Supervisory responsibilities are in accordance with company policy and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding, and motivating employees; addressing complaints, resolving conflict, solving problems, scheduling vacations, and verifying payroll sheets.  

·       Direct the planning and implementation of key initiatives to support the department such as GMP/ ISO/ HACCP/CARM Compliance/ 5S. Is an ambassador for safety, compliance, and quality.   

·       Support all safety and food safety audits. Responsible for all corrective action items are completed and all packaging workers understand the goals.  

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·       Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system.  

·       Maintains physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement.   

·       Completes warehouse operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.   

·       Maintains warehouse staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.  

·       Maintains warehouse staff job results by rewarding, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees.  

·       Responsible for SAP Materials and Finished Goods reconciliations, scheduling vacations, and verifying payroll sheets.  

·       Ensure efficient production and warehouse operations are achieved and standards are met. Optimize safety, quality, food safety, 5s, and cost objectives through employee involvement and team building approach to root cause problem solving and continuous improvement.  

·       Ensure production databases are properly maintained and information used for continuous.   

·       Generate ideas and implement changes in processes and use of equipment to increase efficiency, improve safety and quality, reduce costs, and improve employee morale.  

·       Builds and maintains relationships that motivate, guide, and/or reinforce the breakthrough performance of others toward goal accomplishments. Develops self and others to improve performance in current role and to prepare for future roles; seeks and provides feedback and coaching to enhance performance.  

  

  

Qualifications and Experience Required:  

·       Bachelors in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering/ Food Science or Food Engineering background  

·       3-5+ years of supervisory experience in Logistics, Warehouse or Operations preferably in a best-in-class manufacturing environment with GMPs and/or a highly regulated best in class industry or an equivalent of experience including education.  

·       Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, direct change and build trust and credibility amongst peers and direct reports.  

·       Knowledge of TTB and State regulations pertaining to the production of alcohol beverages is a plus.  

·       Proficient with PCs and Microsoft Office  

·       Ability to work with minimal supervision and complete complex tasks under deadlines.  

·       Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills 

 

Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

Plainfield Plant

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date :

2024-08-26

Salary Range:

Minimum Salary:

$68513

Maximum Salary:

$114188

At Diageo certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual incentive payment and stock awards. US-based employees are eligible for healthcare benefits, retirement benefits , short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellness benefits and industry leading parental leave, among others.  (Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Diageo and the country where you work.)  The salary range displayed is the salary range for the role’s primary location.