Lead, DC Operations - Forward Pick (B Shift) | $26.50/hr + $1.00 Shift Differential

This role supports the operations leadership team by contributing to labour allocation, leading meetings, assigning job duties, coaching for success, creating a safe and collaborative work environment, and driving process improvement. It is highly technical and requires strong problem-solving skills. The Lead works closely with department supervisors to monitor workflows, manage dwells, and drive overall shift performance.

• Collaborate with Operation Supervisor to lead a team of up to 50 hourly associates.
• Utilise warehouse tools, including radio frequency handheld units ("RF Guns") and computer kiosks, to update transactions within the warehouse management system (WMS) and log activities in the Labour Management (LM) module.
• Understand and act as a role model in following all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Train and coach associates to achieve all operational goals and service levels.
• Mentor and develop teammates to perform better in their current roles while preparing them for future career opportunities.
• Develop and share best practices.
• Help to foster a positive team environment that encourages all associates to provide insights and feedback to improve processes, adapt to an ever-changing business, and stay focused on customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and orderly working environment.
• Identify, report, and follow up on any property damage or safety concerns.
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma activities.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years related distribution experience and/or training.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a large group of co-workers.
• Positive and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong knowledge of DC operations, including storage methods and material flow.
• Performance and metrics driven mindset.
• Excel, Outlook, Word and working knowledge of WMS principles.
• Physical ability to regularly talk, hear, sit, stand and/or walk
• Use fingers, hands, arms and feet to feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, operate, push, pull, bend and/or twist for up to twelve (12) hours per day
• Occasionally climb, stoop, kneel and/or crouch
• And occasionally lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Able to reliably attend work/scheduled hours.

• Warehouse environment with noise, dust and varying temperatures.
• Work on elevated surfaces (2nd level mezzanine).
• B Shift: Thursday–Saturday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM.

• $27 per hour

• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, paid parental leave, education assistance and more.
• Opportunities for growth and development within a global brand that values diversity and innovation.
• Robust and progressive medical, including HSA with employer funding or FSA options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage.
• 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
• Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous leave policies including 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance.
• Employees accrue prorated flexible time off at 0.4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and Service Time Off during milestone years.

Adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in its workplace. It actively encourages individuals with disabilities to apply and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. adidas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward applicants or employees.