Warehouse Shift Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Aids the Warehouse Manager with hiring and training of new employees.
• Schedules and oversees warehouse staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Lead and develop company employees.
• Provide training and monitor the employees’ performance.
• Be accessible to all areas of the dock and yard.
• Coach/counsel employees on performance and development and document performance-related material.
• Plan daily manpower needs to ensure customers’ freight is delivered and picked up timely and damage-free.
• Communicate with Linehaul/dispatch at various terminals and with dock employees to coordinate the movement of trailers and freight.
• Develop a plan for distributing break loads to achieve goals.
• Monitor service freight and ensure Linehaul compliance.
• Monitor and analyze all opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies.
• Aid customers with rate quotes, claim information, and setting appointments.
• Perform administrative functions, as required.
• Monitor actual performance data and gather information for reporting.
• Communicate with Account Managers to ensure customers’ and company’s needs are met.
• Ensure all OS&D is identified and processed properly.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings.
• Implement company policy.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• 3 plus years leading a logistics team or similar experience.
• Associates Degree or similar discipline preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with data entry and inventory software and systems.

Benefits

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