Logistics Supervisor
Quest Diagnostics · Chesterfield, VA · 4 wk ago
Management$59k–$70k/yrFull-time
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pay
Pay range: $58,656 – $70,300 per year. $1,200 sign‑on bonus for external applicants. Eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees who work 30+ hours
- Best‑in‑class well‑being programs
- Annual, no‑cost health assessment program
- Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities and more
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate and promote Quest Diagnostics Behaviors and Values.
- Participate in interview, selection, and hiring of new employees.
- Establish and cultivate an inclusive, motivational, performance‑oriented work environment through engagement, collaboration, and transparent communication.
- Drive continuous process improvement locally by engaging employees to implement ideas that simplify and improve work.
- Support enterprise continuous‑improvement methodologies and initiatives.
- Communicate regularly and transparently with employees; disseminate information in a timely manner.
- Provide performance‑oriented supervision, training, coaching, and development for all staff on job duties, compliance, and annual competency requirements.
- Prepare employee schedules, monitor attendance and performance, maintain adequate departmental coverage, and provide corrective action and counseling as required.
- Prepare and administer annual performance appraisals.
- Investigate, resolve, and respond to internal and external customer complaints efficiently using Everyday Excellence Principles.
- Organize and lead projects within the workgroup and with cross‑functional groups.
- Meet all deadlines assigned by the manager; may give presentations within the business unit.
- Oversee safety, ergonomics, inventory, maintenance, and cleanliness of the department (including upgrades).
- Manage daily departmental operations and workflow to meet Turn‑around Time (TAT) requirements and deadlines.
- Regularly review the departmental Procedure Manual for compliance; identify needed revisions and develop Standard Operating Procedures.
- Ensure required trainings are completed (e.g., Compliance, Safety, Safe Driver).
- Manage fiscal responsibilities: implement cost‑containment programs, control overtime, participate in standardization initiatives, and assess capital‑expenditure needs.
- Work with the Senior Supervisor/Manager on short‑ and long‑term planning for the logistics area to meet departmental and client needs.
- Prioritize logistics activities to meet deadlines.
- Analyze and manage the departmental budget for manpower and operational costs.
- Ensure accuracy of invoice and expense coding and associated records.
- Ensure accuracy of payroll and associated records; maintain required records and documentation.
- Understand and comply with company and departmental policies, protocols, and procedures (Safety, Compliance, Vehicle, Employee Handbook, Quality Assurance).
- Perform duties of RSR, Specialty RSR, Advanced RSR Float, Advanced RSR Trainer, and Group Leader as needed.
- Perform administrative duties, coordination, data‑oriented activities, and other professional tasks.
- Supervise non‑exempt frontline Logistics staff, including RSRs, Specialty RSRs, Advanced Float RSRs, Advanced Trainer RSRs, and Group Leads.
- Work and drive in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, sleet, snow, ice); travel required.
Qualifications
- 1–5 years supervisory or leadership experience (required).
- 2–4 years logistics field experience (preferred).
- Physical/mental: ability to lift and carry objects; frequent walking and/or standing.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; proficient with OSP, QDTrac, PeopleSoft, and other Quest Diagnostics IT systems.
- Associate’s degree preferred; high school diploma/GED strongly preferred or equivalent work experience (required).
- Valid state driver’s license meeting Quest Driver’s Safety requirements (required).
Skills
- Quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all.
- Represent company interests effectively.
- Solve problems with peers with minimal noise.
- Maintain a positive attitude and act as a team player.
- Cooperate easily and gain trust and support of staff and peers.
- Communicate clearly and encourage collaboration.
- Influence others and stay cool under pressure.
- Commit to continuous