Area Lead

JOB TITLE: Area Lead – 2nd Shift

DATE OF NOTICE:  7/31/2025                                                                                                   Job Classification: Hourly

LAST DATE TO APPLY:  8/14/2025                                                                                         Reports to: DC Supervisor

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An Area Lead is a “Master” of their area. They need to be capable of training, trouble shooting and leading their area. Areas may include Retail Picking, Loading, Imports, Track 1, Autostore, Inbound 1 etc. Areas will have employees broken down into smaller teams to manage and will be responsible for that team getting the work completed for the day.  

Area Lead Responsibilities:

• Good communication
• Excellent in trouble shooting.
• Willing to be mobile on the production floor instead of stationed at the desk.
• Filter from Squad leads to Specialist.
• Responsible for their area’s workload to be completed on time for the day.
• Bring up issues and concerns that are happening on the floor.
• Engage in conversations with the employees about Labor Management and their performance.
• Become engaged with PEAK on the floor to develop and fix ongoing issues.
• Be a leader and lead by example.
• Take ownership in area, squad leaders and members to ensure teams stay strong and productive or if teams need change.
• Team player within the shift and between the shifts
• Has good attendance and is accountable

Safety/Housekeeping:

• Safety focus – Drive to improve safety performance, ensure safety rules/practices and good housekeeping is followed.
• Ensure that all housekeeping and 6S audits are conducted daily. Target 6S rating to exceed 90%.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Maintain clean and orderly equipment and report any safety concerns on the rides.

EXPERIENCE/EXPERIENCE:

• HS/GED required, and 2 or more years of related experience preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities; previous leadership experience is an asset.

• Experience in distribution/logistics/warehouse preferred.
• Team oriented, self-motivated, and positive attitude.
• Good communication both written and verbal.
• Ability to plan work daily and be self-motivated.

• Requires flexibility to changing priorities based on shipping and production department needs.

If Interested

• Apply using the link below or visit the Internal Careers section of Newell Central.
• You MUST apply online to be considered for this position.
• Please reach out to HR if you have any questions.