Supervisor I, Kitting Services

Job Description Summary

Oversee a wide variety of distribution activities including receipt, storage, movement and delivery of manufacturing materials & supplies, and general business supplies & parcels. Responsible for maintaining inventory and associated records. May assist higher level supervisor.

How will you make an impact & Requirement

Major Job Duties and Responsibilities

(Listed in order of importance)

Provides direct daily supervision of distribution associates to ensure the safe, clean, and efficient operation of the warehouse

Develops and implements shipping work schedules and assignments to ensure efficient operation

Applies sound communication and motivational techniques in supervising, coaching, and disciplining employees

Completes and conducts performance reviews

Directs and supervises all outbound shipments to ensure they are correct and carried out in a timely fashion

Tours the warehouse regularly to answer questions, evaluate operations, and solve problems

Makes recommendations to the Manager of Distribution and Material on programs to improve warehouse operations

Allocates equipment so that it is utilized in the most efficient manner

Coordinates with maintenance to ensure that a sound maintenance program is implemented

Interacts with other departmental management to achieve goals

Attends warehouse planning meetings

Ensures that all records and reports regarding warehouse activity are prepared on a timely basis and effectively maintained

Reviews operating goals and standards and monitors achievement

Reviews warehouse operations daily to ensure the warehouse is neat and well organized and that damage to product, equipment, and the facility is prevented

Ensures that all safety procedures and policies are followed

Operates in compliance with OSHA and other appropriate standards

Ensures proper stock rotation

Assists in conducting physical inventories and cycle counts as required

Assists in developing and maintaining the operational budget as required

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

(Education/Training, Experience, and Certifications)

College degree preferred

Five years of experience required, including 1+ year of leadership responsibility

Trainer certification is a plus

Must be familiar and experienced with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

(Those necessary to perform the job competently)

Requires demonstrated skills in leadership, organization, and communication

Requires an understanding of warehousing operations

Familiarity with computer systems, warehouse systems, and computerized scanning equipment is a plus

Strong emphasis on safety

Must be able to handle stress caused by meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements

Must be able to shift priorities easily

Environmental Working Conditions & Physical Effort

(Under typical positions)

Work Environment

Industrial warehouse setting

Works near moving mechanical machinery

Noise level is usually loud

May involve working at heights

Exposure to changes in temperature

Involves driving equipment

Possible exposure to dust, fumes, or gases

Physical Requirements

Required to stand and walk for the majority of the working day

Talk, hear, bend/stoop, squat, climb heights

Reach above shoulder height, crouch, kneel, balance, and push/pull

Lift/carry/push or pull up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance

Use both hands for repetitive actions such as grasping and manipulating

Use both feet for repetitive movement operating foot controls

Specific vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus