Logistics Team Leader

We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Team Leader to join our team in Selby, Yorkshire, working 39 hours per week on a permanent contract.

Rotational Shifts:

• 06.00 - 14.00 Monday to Thursday, and 06.00 - 13.00 Fridays.
• 14.00 - 22.00 Monday to Thursday, and 12.00 - 19.00 Fridays.
  

Why join Kingspan Insulation?

We are entrepreneurial, collaborative, and we stand behind a common cause – better buildings for a better world.
Kingspan Insulation are a leading manufacturer of high-performance rigid insulation within the construction industry, operating from our site in Pembridge, Herefordshire. With 188 sites worldwide Kingspan is a global leading employer.

As a Logistics Team Leader you will be involved with the responsibility for overseeing the day to day running of the Logistics Department and associated tasks, from Inbound deliveries to finished product out. You will be pro-active in coordinating activities associated with the Logistics department and be fundamental in maintaining and improving upon; On time in full, Damages & KPI's.

Responsibilities of our Logistics Team Leader

• Complete understanding of product quality critical characteristics and standards,
• Effective understanding and application of In-process and Final product specifications,
• Troubleshoot & implement or provide solutions to machinery/ processing issues that might impact product quality,
• Managing/performing the day-to-day operation of the department by maximizing fleet utilization and output, and minimizing losses including damages , shortages, stock discrepancies.
• Comprehensive understanding of Company Health & Safety, Environmental, Energy, Compliance & Continuous Improvement management systems.
• Ensuring that processes deliver their intended outcomes by monitoring: KMIs, KAIs, KPIs, Monitor output and adjust loading schedules within scope of role to maintain productivity and quality standards, carry out daily warehouse safety checks
• Fully trained and be able to operate FLT's and Attachments to the required standards,
• Manage the loading schedule in preparation for Logistics operations
• Supporting the department Manager by supervising, training, developing and managing the team
• Support and promote effective communication within the team: one to one feedback, production reports, deliver team briefings, daily logistics reports and attendance at the control room, and shift hand over briefings.
• Responsible for monitoring personal performance and following a program of personal development.
• Ensuring performance is achieved and maintained through the training & development of team members.

What we are looking for in our Logistics Team Leader

You will have:

• Accredited lift truck training
• A professional qualification within the health & safety field (IOSH managing safely or equivalent)
• Previous experience working in a factory/ Warehouse environment.
• Able to follow instruction and Loading schedules
• Flexible and willing to be trained in multiple areas whatever department and area this may be.
• Basic understanding of touch screen technology
• Experience of working with various IT programs i.e. MS Word, Excel
• Be a good team player with a “Can do attitude”
• Management experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to act quickly when problems arise

Whilst not essential, the following would be of benefit:

• A professional qualification within the supervisory or management field (ILM Level3 or equivalent)
• Full Driving license

What do we offer?

• Profit related bonus, Pension and Life Assurance included in addition in our comprehensive package.
• Able to progress through the business – even up to management level! Lots of career progression on offer.
• Kingspan offers lots of opportunity for training. You will learn and be competent on many pieces of different equipment aiding your team in becoming multi skilled. Your role will also ensure that all production processes are operated to the highest levels.
• Open plan, modern production, and manufacturing environment near to Leeds, York and Wakefield.
• On-Site Parking
• Access to discounted products
• Discounted gym membership

Do you have the skills we are looking for? If so, click ‘apply' now to be considered as our Logistics Team Leader.

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