Distribution Dock Leader - 1st shift

Location

Country: USA

State: Washington

City: Puyallup

Office

Location:

926 Valley Ave NW

Date posted: 22-Dec-2025

Business Function: Manufacturing/Operations

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Distribution Dock Lead (DDL) provides first line leadership for a team of distribution employees. This role is responsible for leading the day-to-day warehouse department activities within assigned area(s) such as unloading, picking/putaway, loading, storage, etc. Assigns work to distribution associates and ensures productivity, accuracy, excellent customer service, safe work environment and efficient operations; and trains associates as necessary. Will partner with facility leadership working on a personal development plan to develop leadership skill and support the task assigned to the Distribution Operations Manager.

Responsible to back up for Ops manager when needed.

• Supports Distribution Operations Manager in the execution of SQDC targets.
• Adjusts and monitors continuously the trailer/product flow to assure efficiency.
• Defines priorities in the case of bottlenecks and develops alternatives.
• Monitors and ensures compliance of the work safety guidelines.
• Drives continuous improvement through implementation of Lean principles and owns facility 5S.
• Partner with Distribution Operations Manager on maintaining Facility Leadership Boards and other activities.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization, prioritization, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and have good follow-through to meet deadlines.
• Must have good leadership and training skills; ability to work with all levels of management and dock associates.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on business needs.

• Extremely heavy lifting throughout entire shift up to 100 pounds, able to work in trailer on deck.