Distribution Center Assistant Supervisor

Description

• Plans work schedules and assigns duties to maintain effective work flow throughout the department.

• Exercises effective management and control over assigned areas. Ensures assigned areas are staffed sufficiently to meet daily work requirements.

• Reviews processes and methods and recommends cost saving measures.

• Communicates productivity issues to the Operations Manager in a timely and concise manner. Develops and presents solutions to resolve issues.

• Ensures associates are provided with a positive work environment and all tools necessary to their success.

• Monitors work performed to ensure quality, accuracy and customer service goals are met on a continuous basis. Ensures adherence to Standard Operating Procedures.

• Apprises associates of performance issues. Consults with Operations Manager to determine effective address to correct issues.

• Maintains daily updates to payroll and Labor Management System.

• Prepares and maintains all required productivity and staffing reports.

• Ensures all associates are adequately trained in adherence with the Distribution Center training procedures and policies.

• Promotes safe working practices by example and direction. Ensures associates comply with all Safety Policies and Procedures.

• Investigates and prepares accident reports. Participates in development of corrective action process to prevent future occurrences.

• Adheres to all Company Policies and Procedures.

•  Promotes associate programs to improve morale. Partners with Labor Relations and Human Resources to address associate issues.

• Prepares and delivers associate performance appraisals.

• Keeps supervisor informed of important developments, potential problems and related information necessary for effective management. Coordinates and and communicates with other supervisors and managers, as appropriate, to ensure a coordinated work effort and team approach.

• Performs related work as apparent or assigned.

• Minimum of a High School diploma; B.A in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field preferred.
• A minimum of two years supervisory experience in a high volume Warehouse/Distribution environment.
• Ability to work a schedule based on the understanding of responsibilities and priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; to direct reports, outside callers, visitors, vendors and to all levels within the Company.
• A minimum of one year experience working with Warehouse Management Systems, Engineered Standards and automated payroll systems.
• Proficient in PC applications and operation.
• Ability to operate all required equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work in a manner that promotes a safe working environment.
• Ability to contribute and promote the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Ability to speak and hear clearly.
• Frequently required to bend, stoop, and stand.
• Frequently required to walk, climb stairs and work at all levels within the facility.
• Specific vision abilities include depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.