Distribution Dock Leader - Hourly 1st shift
 Steelcase | |
 United States, Washington, Puyallup | |
 Jan 09, 2026 | |
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General Information
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 Description
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 bottle necks 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
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