Supervisor 1st Shift, 8am-4:30pm M-F

About the role

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for supervising, labor management, and planning of inbound, outbound, Product slotting and customer communication activities daily, including labor scheduling, space utilization, equipment and manpower. People management responsibilities include hiring and training, planning and assigning daily work, conducting performance appraisals, addressing performance issues and resolving problems. Under the direction of the Operations Manager or Distribution Center Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for supervising the receiving, warehousing and shipping of products in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

Responsibilities

• Conducts staff meetings to review daily/weekly work activities, plan and assure continuous improvement.
• Effectively keeps senior management and client representatives informed of critical issues that affect the operations.
• Ensures the development of systems and procedures for managing operations, equipment, and products in a safe and profitable manner in accordance with company policies, guidelines, and procedures. Manages operations to meet prescribed productivity and service goals. Complies with terms outlined in the site's operating agreement with the client.
• Implements and reports on-going cost savings measures. Provides ideas and suggestions for more efficient operations.
• Maintains high degree of motivation in team members to retain focus of providing highest levels of customer satisfaction.
• Supports adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Requirements

• Must have a High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3 years’ experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment
• 1 year experience in a supervisory role

Skills & Abilities

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED, 3 years’ experience in logistics/distribution, 1 year supervisory experience
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations: Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point), RF Scanners, WMS functions
• Language Skills: English (reading, writing, verbal)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing and distributing client products
• Other Skills: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and accomplish job tasks in a timely manner; good organizational and personnel skills; good communication, written and oral; good leadership, supervision, and planning skills; able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends; participate in established cross training metrics activities; able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.

Core Competencies

• Leader of Others
• Accountability
• Business Acumen
• Communication / Building Partnership
• Developing Oneself
• Developing Others
• Drive for Results
• Embracing Change
• Problem Solving
• Empowerment
• Leadership Excellence
• Leading Change
• Problem Solving

Physical Demands

• Occasionally: Bending
• Frequently: Walking and Standing
• Constantly: Sitting
• Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull: 11-20 pounds
• Reach above shoulder, squat, or kneel.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.