Lead, Logistics Center Shipping - Military Veterans
at KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc.
I. POSITION SUMMARY
Logistics Center Team Leads are expected to lead the KSEA continuous improvement (LEAN) culture. This position is responsible for guiding and supporting associates and workflow throughout the department. Responsibilities include running daily reports, training, and communicating with internal and external customers, as well as performing all functions within the department.
Hours: 11:30AM-8:00PM
II. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- HS Diploma or GED required
- Demonstrates leadership capabilities
- Personnel management experience strongly desired
- Ability to lead a team oriented culture in a continuous improvement environment
- Exemplifies a positive attitude and motivates others
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Advanced SAP experience required
- Effective communicator with the ability to interact with various levels within the organization
- High attention to detail
III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Position requires constant and varying degrees of movement including standing, sitting, bending, walking, reaching, grabbing, and packing, lifting, pulling, and pushing
- Must be able to frequently lift up to 25lbs
- Must be able to occasionally lift between 30-75lbs as needed with assistance
- Must be able to occasionally push/pull up to 320lbs on casters with assistance
- Must be able to occasionally use a warehouse ladder for reaching shelves
- Must be able to operate a manual pallet jack
- Ability to use standard office equipment (computers, copiers, etc.)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ( Other duties consistent with the general nature and focus of the position and/or the goals and objectives of the department may be assigned.)
- Monitor and ensure compliance with the department audit program.
- Oversee creation, maintenance and adherence to work instructions.
- Responsible for training associates and maintaining the Training Matrix.
- Facilitate compliance and implementation of all process improvements with internal and external departments
- Effective timely communication with department team members, peers throughout the LC, and other internal customers
- Assist with all LEAN/Continuous Improvement initiatives utilizing a high level of engagement.
- Prioritize and enhance daily workflow through the department.
- Participate in LC daily labor planning.
- Lead department projects as delegated by the Supervisor.
- Research and resolve open inventory discrepancies.
Your Benefits
- Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
- 3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
- Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave*
- 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee's first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
- We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement
- Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
- Employee referral program of up to $2,000 per hire
- And much more!
Non-employees, including temporary workers and consultants, are not eligible to participate in the KARL STORZ benefits program.
**To include, maternal/paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.
Credentialing requirements at KARL STORZ
KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.
Pay Transparency
The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member's base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement
KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.
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Vaccine requirements at KARL STORZ due to COVID-19
KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and therefore we require the COVID-19 vaccine for all of our employees unless otherwise due to an underlying medical condition or sincerely held religious beliefs. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how COVID-19 may impact the role you are seeking and if you require a reasonable accommodation regarding the vaccine requirement see below on the process for requesting accommodation. Please click here to learn more about our overall response to COVID-19.
Employee Benefits Program Overview for U.S. Locations
- Medical / Dental / Vision including a state of the art wellness program and pet insurance, too!*
- 3 weeks’ vacation, 10 holidays plus paid sick time*
- 401K retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee’s first 6% contribution
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year
- Fitness reimbursement up to $200 annually
- Employee referral program of up to $2,000 per hire
*Field sales, internships and part-time employees are not eligible except for where required by state law.
Non-employees, including temporary workers and consultants, are not eligible to participate in KARL STORZ benefits program.
KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employee must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement
KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at TaleoAdministrator@karlstorz.com.
Notice to Employment Agencies
This recruitment assignment is being managed directly by KARL STORZ’s Human Resources team. Human Resources will reach out to our preferred, contracted agency partners in the rare instance additional talent options are required. Your respect for this process is appreciated. KARL STORZ does not accept unsolicited Agency resumes. Resumes received which were unsolicited by KARL STORZ Human Resources department will be ineligible for referral fees.
Auburn, MA
Global company stability. Small company feel.
At KARL STORZ, you’ll have the opportunity to develop a more rewarding career filled with opportunities that you never thought possible.
Where technology meets humanity
KARL STORZ has been a leading provider of advanced endoscopy systems and related medical technology for more than 75 years.
We’re all about long-term, sustainable development—and that goes for both our products and our people. Our family-oriented culture gives you the tools you need to thrive at work and the time you need to recharge at home.
You’ll get to bring your authentic self to work every day and advance your career with a company that shares your goals—another reason why so many people on our team have stayed with us for so long.
Join KARL STORZ and experience a more enriching career, one where the work you do supports our goal to put best-in-class medical technology into the hands of skilled surgeons to save patient lives every day.