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Lead Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operator 3rd… at Greif · Homerville
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Job Description
Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.
With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.
OUR VISION:
Being the customer service company in the world.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #: 034416 Lead Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operator 3rd shift (Open)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- Leads and coordinates daily shipping, receiving, and material flow activities, setting priorities and assigning tasks to team members.
- Oversees the accurate preparation, labeling, staging, and documentation of shipments and receipts to ensure inventory integrity and on-time performance.
- Serves as the lead point of contact for carriers, drivers, and internal partners, resolving routine issues and escalating exceptions as needed.
- Monitors quality and safety standards, conducting routine checks on materials, finished goods, and warehouse conditions, and ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Coaches and trains team members in standard work practices, proper equipment use, and safe handling procedures to build team capability.
- Maintains shipping, receiving, and storage areas in organized, clean, and compliant condition.
- Reviews and records information on damaged or impaired product, ensuring accurate reporting and corrective actions.
- Completes required reports and system entries to support operational accuracy and performance tracking.
- Promotes continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and recommending solutions to supervisors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
- Typically possesses High School diploma (or equivalent) and 5 or more years of experience.
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations, including inventory control and material handling practices.
- Familiarity with logistics documentation, systems, and tools to ensure accurate processing and reporting.
- Ability to coordinate and monitor daily workflow, set priorities, and resolve routine operational issues under limited supervision.
- Skilled in coaching, training, and guiding team members to model standard work and safe practices.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to conduct quality checks and maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to serve as the point of contact for carriers, drivers, and internal stakeholders.
At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.
Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $19.71 - $33.56. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $22.73 to $22.73. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.
Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.
Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.
EEO Statement:
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.