Operations Supervisor (Fri-Sun, 6AM-6PM)
About the role
At Kenco Logistics, you're more than just a team member—you're part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for directing the work of associates in the warehouse/distribution environment. This position is responsible for the safety and quality of work for departments and areas of responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Determine work volume, prepare work schedules, and expedite workflow to ensure maximum cost effectiveness within the department
- Assign duties and examine work for quality, neatness, and conformity to policies and procedures
- Schedule job assignments for periodic and/or special inventories
- Monitor, direct, and (when necessary) perform the accurate shipping of outbound orders
- Issue written and oral instructions to associates as needed or required
- Ensure associate accountability in accordance with corporate standard operating procedures
- Work to maintain harmony among associates and resolve grievances
- Manage employee time including edits and corrections
- Mentor and coach associates, including corrective actions as well as performance evaluations
- Assume responsibility for monitoring zoning and product database development during the receiving process
- Perform training of policies, procedures, and Standard Works to ensure processes are followed
- Assist Safety Advocate with all aspects of Safety Program and participate on the Safety Committee
- Assist in the development of processes and process improvements
- Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the General Manager
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college; or equivalent related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of three years of experience in warehousing, distribution, or related field required
- Minimum of six months supervisory experience
- PC and computer skills including Microsoft Office
Competencies
- Business Acumen — Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting the business and organization
- Communicate for Impact — Devoting the time and resources necessary to communicate the strategic vision, direction, priorities, and progress of the team
- Leading People — Ability to develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and foster employee engagement in meeting the organization's strategy
- Managing Transitions / Change Management — Effectively plans, manages, and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders
- Relationship Management — Building and maintaining relationships with internal partners to successfully complete projects and organizational objectives
- Strategic Agility — Gains perspective and balances the pressure between daily tasks and strategic actions that impact the long-term viability of the organization
Travel
This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less. A passport is not required, but recommended.
Benefits
- Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
- Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life and Supplemental Life
- Short Term and Long Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
- Employer Paid Holidays — 10 days