• Area Lead

    Newell Brands (Shelbyville, TN)


    **LOCATION:** Shelbyville Distribution Center

    Shelbyville, TN

    **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.