Group Lead Person- 1st Shift/Dist/CL

HanesBrands (NYSE: HBI) makes everyday apparel that is known and loved by consumers around the world for comfort, quality and value. Among the company’s iconic brands are Hanes, the leading basic apparel brand in the United States; Champion, an innovator at the intersection of lifestyle and athletic apparel; Bonds, which is setting new standards for design and sustainability; Maidenform, America’s number one shapewear brand; and Bali, America’s number one bra brand. HBI employs 48,000 associates in 29 countries and has built a strong reputation for workplace quality and ethical business practices. The company, a longtime leader in sustainability, has set aggressive 2030 goals to improve the lives of people, protect the planet and produce sustainable products. HBI is building on its unmatched strengths to unlock its #FullPotential and deliver long-term growth that benefits all of its stakeholders.

Position Overview: 

Group Lead Person who directs area associates in the process flow of a department in the distribution center as directed by the department supervisor.  This will require knowledge of Distribution operations and Sortrak.

Essential Functions:

• Interact and communicate effectively with employees. 
• Hands-on involvement with all aspects of the department operation with the tactful transmittal of directions, instructions, and procedures to a group of hourly co-workers to perform basic department functions. 
• Lead and coordinate activities of workers engaged in department activities and possible training of new employees in job duties. 
• Ensure all work is performed according to company-approved procedures, standards, and specifications. 
• Provide a healthy and safe environment through monthly training for all personnel. 
• Expedite process flows based on communications within the responsibility of departmental operation. 
• Must embrace the team environment and have good interpersonal skills. 
• Run queries to determine department needs. 
• Perform necessary inventory transactions. 
• Submit work orders as needed 
• Prioritize work orders and assign various duties to employees as needed. 
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervision. 

Set-Up for Daily Operations:

• At the start of the shift, the employee will review the work instructions and schedule with the supervisor 
• The employee will obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare of operations. 
• The employee will put on all the required PPE and safety gear. 

Job Specific Task Factors:

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

 Good attendance and solid work record.  Reading and writing literate, working mathematical knowledge, understanding implied instructions, ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.  This will require knowledge of warehouse operations and PKMS/WM Systems related to distribution. good communication skills ability to present ideas in a group setting and conduct meetings. Working knowledge of Excel and/or demonstration of the ability to learn. 

Compensation Information

$20.60/ Hour

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly by Telephone: 877.999.5553 or Email: HBI_TA@hanes.com.

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.