Lead Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operator 3rd shift

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:
• 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.
• EEO Statement:
• https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf
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Benefits

Additional Information

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:

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