Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

 

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

 

This role is not a remote opportunity.  

Scope:

The Warehouse Team Leader facilitates the successful workflow of the shift and cascades direction from the Warehouse Supervisor. Serves as a resource and subject matter expert to all assigned personnel in assigned area of the warehouse and helps coordinate the activities of the assigned area. Capable of efficiently operating all PIT equipment in all areas of the department. Facilitates communication between assigned warehouse employees to ensure productivity metrics are met and maintains documentation with a high degree of accuracy and quality.  Furthermore, they are accountable for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory to ensure that Heartland FPG’s operations perform above industry standard. 

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

Promotes safety and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times; including accurate completion of all pre-shift equipment checksUtilizes all food safety and food security guidelines, including Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices and Hazard Analysis Critical Control PointsAble to operate all PIT equipment in the department, provides coverage for all assigned team members in case of absencesCommunicates with Warehouse Supervisor/Operations Manager to plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and picking/loading sequences to meet warehouse goals. Interprets directives given by Warehouse Supervisor Proactively and positively communicates with operational counterparts to ensure product availabilityAssists with employee trainingEnsures overall quality through accurate inventory transactions and material movementsSafely performs routine care and maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment and notifies Warehouse Supervisor when major service is requiredAble to complete cycle counts and can perform basic inventory control processes/proceduresMust keep a professional and positive demeanor with all Heartland FPG employees and customersAll other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalentAt least 2 years in a previous leadership role preferredMust be at the skill level of a Warehouse Specialist or equivalent experience Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and coach employeesDemonstrated record of leading successful change with measurable resultsAbility to work autonomously or in a groupBasic understanding of Microsoft Office SuiteMust have ability to understand oral and written instructions in EnglishMust work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills

Physical Demands: 

Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend Must possess visual acuity to document company records Lifting up to 50 pounds