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Steelcase, Inc. Distribution Dock Leader - Hourly 1st shift in Grand Rapids, Michigan
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 Extremely heavy lifting throughout entire shift up to 100 pounds, able to work in trailer on deck. Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.