Team Lead

Pulling Team Lead

Midwest Veterinary Supply is seeking a Pulling Team Lead for our Norristown, Pennsylvania location.

Job Summary:

The primary objective of this position is to provide the tools, direction, and motivation to all positions within the pulling department so that they function at maximum efficiency and represent the company as it relates to corporate policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions:

• Serve as a team leader for their respective branch's pulling department to encompass all duties performed. This person will not only provide the tools and directive necessary to perform at maximum efficiency, but also be available to perform pulling functions.
• Answer questions related to products, policies, and procedures. Assist in the resolution of problems that may arise related to pulling and orders.
• Assist co-workers if necessary when caught up with assigned duties, which may include pulling, checking, or packing orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

• Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily
• A High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required
• A minimum of two years experience in a leadership role within a distribution setting is preferred
• A minimum of two years experience within the veterinary industry is preferred
• Forklift certified or ability to become forklift certified preferred
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, employment policies, operating instructions, and procedural manuals
• Superior listening and verbal communication skills to include the ability to demonstrate diplomacy and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work accurately with highly detailed information
• The ability to lead and support positions to assure ultimate performance levels
• Ability to work well with others and independently
• Basic computer skills, ability to operate windows-based computer and data entry

Mental & Physical Demands:

• Able to work fast in high stressed situations in order to complete the job on time
• Regular interaction with people, team-player
• Potential stress related to typical product shipping and handling problems and resolutions
• Vision: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Repetitive Motion to include reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, carrying, ability to climb ladders/stairs, balance, stand/walk on concrete floor for extended periods, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs, balance, stand/walk on concrete floor for extended periods
• Regularly lift/move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 70 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds

Job duties and requirements may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of education, experience and skills required to perform the essential functions of this job. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Midwest Veterinary Supply reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Equipment Used:

Window based computer, tape gun, safety knife, forklift, 2-way radio, safety equipment, markers, and ladders

Work Environment:

Work will typically be performed Monday through Friday. Working more than 40 hours per workweek may be required. Work will be performed indoors in a temperature-controlled climate where moderate heat, cold or humidity may be experienced. Moderate exposure to dust and dirt may also be expected. May require handling of products with cautious warning labels. This is a safety sensitive position.

Salary/Benefits:

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO). Our work environment is business casual and we like to have fun with weekly relaxed dress days and regular events like holiday contests, cookouts, and employee appreciation celebrations.

About Us:

Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc. (MVS) has provided quality service and merchandise to the veterinary profession since 1961. Our products are distributed from eight branches located in key geographic locations within our trade area. We take great pride in getting our orders out the same day as called in and having the product in the customer's hand the next day. MVS carries products and equipment from most major manufacturers. As we continue to grow, our goal will be, as it has always been, to provide the veterinary profession the very best in service along with quality merchandise at fair and competitive prices.

Midwest Veterinary Supply believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and will not violate any law prohibiting discrimination for or against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of any characteristic protected under local, state, or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation.