Supervisor, Contract Logistics (1st Shift) - Oak Creek WI

About the role

The position manages the daily activities of a warehouse to provide highest customer service, working efficiency, safety, and lowest cost for operational areas. The Supervisor provides leadership as well as motivating, training, and developing the team. Under the direction of an Operations Manager or General Manager, the incumbent supervises one warehouse. Working with and through warehouse personnel, the incumbent is a team builder who supervises the daily activities of the warehouse including personnel scheduling, supervision and proper and safe utilization of equipment, building and personnel. Within the scope of this position's responsibilities, the incumbent must apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model, among other tools, for operational efficiency to improve business processes, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination while at the same time meeting corporate values and objectives. This role will also ensure that functional strategies are implemented and support the Operations Manager and General Manager in managing the performance and capabilities of the team.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support services and sometimes act as first-line supervisor of a transactional operations area.
• Involves using existing systems and protocols.
• Coordinate the unloading of all shipments using established procedures.
• Verify accuracy of all inbound/outbound shipments.
• Ensure all damaged product reports and/or documentation is complete and filed appropriately.
• Complete daily and hourly tracking of load status and scheduled departures.
• Prepare and generate warehouse productivity reports for management.
• Controls cycle counts to ensure accurate and fully reported.
• Monitors product disposition.
• Assists in physical inventories.
• Inspects damaged cartons for concealed damage to product and documents accordingly.
• Promotes and maintains a safety awareness program.
• Schedules and conducts safety meetings; ensures all required safety measures are in place; and that the facility is in compliance with all federal and state regulations.
• Ensures all subordinates meet training requirements and comply with CT-PAT regulations and Security policies.
• Follows rigid housekeeping and sanitation