Plant/Warehouse Supervisor II

To coach and guide a team of employees to achieve optimum levels of productivity, quality, and safety while meeting operational deadlines and budgets. Responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, and training employees, maintaining a high-performance work environment, and addressing performance or behavioral issues.

Responsibilities

• Meet all production and distribution objectives and deadlines within the established budget.
• Teach, coach, and demonstrate work activities for team members.
• Conduct performance reviews and disciplinary functions.
• Coordinate, assign, and review work, directing staff on priorities.
• Ensure all team members receive required instruction in safety procedures, equipment use, performance standards, and company policies.
• Maintain timely, effective, and professional communications with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Handle record keeping, filing, and administrative duties as required.
• Report any accidents or incidents within the facility immediately and forward reports to the Operations Manager within 24 hours.
• Monitor working conditions to ensure team safety, taking corrective or disciplinary action as necessary.
• Apply problem-solving techniques (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Kaizen) to resolve personnel and quality issues promptly.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Operations Manager or Plant Manager.
• Work directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery.

Requirements

• Basic math and reading skills (high school diploma or equivalent).
• Basic computer skills.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate with plant managers, sales staff, and warehouse personnel.
• Ability to understand equipment and tolerances from past experience.
• Warehouse experience with forklifts, packing, and measuring.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
• Safety mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of metals handling, including staging, processing, packaging, and shipping.
• First aid and CPR training.
• Exposure to labor relations, safety programs, ISO standards, lean practices, and sales functions.

This position is identified as “safety sensitive” and requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay

Up to $75,000 per year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Voluntary wellness programs.
• 401(k) and RRSP programs with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Additional benefits may vary by job, country, union role, and company segment.

About the Company

With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the largest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The company offers a broad service spectrum, including global materials distribution (steel, stainless steel, tubes, nonferrous metals, plastics, and raw materials) and tailored services in materials and supply chain management. The Copper and Brass Division specializes in distributing and processing aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze, and other quality materials, serving markets across North America. The division focuses on industries such as aerospace, automotive, electrical, medical, and oil & gas, providing expertise and premium service to meet customer needs.