Job Description

 

AFL is searching for a Logistics Lead to join our Noyes Test and Inspection team and be an integral part of Noyes exciting growth strategy   If you are interested in working in a fun and fast paced technology environment, and looking for excitement and challenge coupled with the stability of a $800M+ company, then come join us and be a part of an exceptional staff focused on developing cutting edge technology in the fiber optic test space.

AFL is a world leader in manufacturing, engineering and installing the fiber optic products and equipment that telecommunications providers need to provide quality solutions to their customers. Our extensive experience in both design and application crosses all markets, from Telco, Broadband and Wireless, to Electric Utility, OEM, Enterprise and Private Networks, and emerging markets of oil and gas, mining, nuclear, avionics, and medical.

AFL provides competitive benefits including dental, health, vision, 401(K), life, paid time off, discount programs and more.

Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Logistics Lead is responsible for developing and refining the strategic direction of the shipping/receiving department. This role will execute logistics strategy to meet departmental and business objectives. This is a hands-on role that will lead, develop and coordinate personnel in the inventory/shipping/receiving department. Create and maintain production schedule while responsible for on time delivery to customers. This role will also be responsible for material flow, shipping /receiving and inventory while focusing on continuous improvements and building a strong logistics team.

 

 

• Lead the shipping/receiving department and warehouse, execute strategy and programs to continuously improve company distribution and customer service
• Maintain departmental and organizational ability to support the needs of the business.
• Identify, propose and structure creative solutions for company business plan by working in collaboration with functional teams including Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering, Customer Service and Program Management

• Hands on role to assist with:

o   Create shipping documents; Domestic and International

o   Create and maintain production schedule

o   Packaging of material to be shipped as required

o   Track and Maintains on time delivery to customer

o   Planning orders and shortage review

o   Filling orders, material shortages, kitting production & sales order 

o   Responsible for Kitting, ensure completion is on time and in with Takt Time.

o   Responsible for Inventory Accuracy & Cycle Count completion

o   Perform inventory transactions utilizing ERP system.

o   Maintain proper levels of  stock to include: locations, levels, and items

o   Responsible to organize, maintain, and improve stockroom and shipping department

o   Assisting and backing up all positions within the Materials Group

o   Track update and monitor metrics are required

o   Root cause analysis. Research inventory discrepancies.

• Business Process Improvement / Continuous Process Improvement

o   Support quality programs and continuous improvement methodology to drive business process improvement

o   Drive best practices in area operations in alignment with Division Logistics standards including leveraging Lean and Six Sigma processes

o   Assist local operations in identifying and prioritizing logistics initiatives

o   Identify and implement cost improvement opportunities

o   Identification of inventory improvement initiatives

o   Monitor to ensure area operational  compliance with best practices and processe

• Maintain 6S in work area
• Completes tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Complete required ERP/computer transaction and reports
• Operate material handling equipment as required
• Must be knowledgeable in the effective use of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) tools and concepts to assist in process improvements, both within AFL, and externally at our customers/suppliers.
• Serve as an active participant in LSS programs that promote continuous improvement.
• EHS and Safety knowledge and compliance
• Must adhere to all company policies and safety rules
• Process Improvement Oriented, Initiate & Complete Corrective Actions Plans, Process Change Orders.
• Create and Maintain documentation for responsible area.
• Attention to detail in all tasks required for the job.
• Exemplify leadership by effectively interfacing and directing others.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area
• All other duties as assigned

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Lean, Six Sigma and Warehouse Management System experience required.
• Proficiency in Excel. Oracle experience preferred.
• Candidate must possess excellent analytical skills combined formal process development in order to make and support critical business decisions.
• Ability to conceptualize, develop and subsequently implement best practices organization wide
• 5+ years of relevant experience and/or training in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to work independently and effectively coordinate multiple tasks and changing priorities/ interruptions.
• Desired: Extensive inventory and shipping experience with international knowledge.
• Desired: Previous leadership role and ability to coordinate others.