Packing Team Lead

at VWR International, LLC in Batavia, Illinois, United States

Job Description

The Opportunity:
Avantor, Batavia, IL is hiring! Do you enjoy the challenge of a fast-paced work environment? If so, apply now for our Packing Team Lead. The Packing Team Lead will Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of warehouse operations and promote teamwork. Monitor workflow, ensuring work is accurate and consistent. Coach and resolve any issues that may arise. Participate in and lead team meetings. M-F, 7:00 am-3:30 pm, some OT required.

What we offer:
18 pro-rated PTO days in the first year.
9 paid company holidays plus 2 additional company-paid choice holidays.
Benefits start on day one.
100% 401K match for the first 4%.

What we're looking for:
High School education or GED preferred.
Prior experience in a warehouse setting (1-3 years preferred.)
SAP experience is a plus.
MS Office Suite experience is strongly preferred.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Bilingual is a plus.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work under pressure.
Strong decision-making and coaching skills.
Ability to adjust and enhance processes.

How you will thrive and create an impact:
Ensure schedules are followed and tasks are completed on time.
Perform material handler tasks and team lead duties throughout the day.
Understand and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
Team collaboration/Leading team meetings
Ensure that the workflow is accurate and consistent.
Led and support employees to resolve problems and provide coaching as needed.
Responsible for end-of-shift clean up and ensuring items are returned to their respective place.
Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate fashion.
Perform other duties.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (Those necessary to perform the job competently)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Must be able to use proper techniques to lift 75 pounds. The ability to follow directions with an emphasis on safety is essential.
Must handle stress caused by meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
Must be able to shift priorities quickly.
Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.
Must have responsible work habits.
Must be familiar with warehouse systems.
Must be available to work any shift.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:
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