Logistics Operations Supervisor
We are currently seeking a Logistics Operations Supervisor. This position requires an experienced professional with the ability to manage up to 50 staff. The successful candidate will have spent considerable time launching new plants and/or new products in an automotive manufacturing environment. This position requires partnership with Supply Chain, QA/QC, Manufacturing, Packaging, Engineering, Finance, and Regulatory Affairs to implement new processes and manage changes. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.
You Will:
- Coach Safety, Quality and Productivity to ensure objectives are met through following standardized work
- Monitor safety occurrences. Be the first responder as secondary support
- Through Process Confirmation, verify that the line is running safely, smoothly, and producing quality parts
- Support Continuous Improvement and coach problem resolution to the lowest level
- Ensure continuous and appropriate communication and recognition
- Build Team Leader and Team Member capability
- Create a work environment for the team(s) to complete their assigned responsibilities / tasks
- Basic administration of supervisory responsibilities and documents
- Responsible for the daily material handling functions for the facility and for the department
- Ensure proper material flow from receiving dock, to warehouse storage location, to the production line feed location, to the delivery of finished product to customers
- Provide direction and support in the allocation of resources to appropriately cover material handling responsibilities
- Support Lucid Production System and synchronous material flow through lean manufacturing practices
- Lead and manage hourly personnel
- Ensure flawless introduction of new parts to production through proactive planning and cross-functional communication
- Effectively implement the Engineering Change Process
- Identify data gaps (missed production counts, etc.) and take corrective actions
- Ability to work any shift as well as rotating shifts and weekends
- Make decisions by assessing the situation to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
- Ensure that high standards of safe working are adhered, and all documentation is up to date.
- To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your actions at work
- To ensure all fire exits and alarms are free from obstructions and serviceable
- Be able to carry out start and end of shift briefings, communicate start of shift objectives, brief company communications, and carry out other meetings, as necessary.
You Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Supply Chain, Logistics Engineering, or related field. However, an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered, instead of the BA/BS Degree.
- 1-3 years of experience in any of the following areas: material flow, warehouse/logistics, transportation management, dedicated fleet operations, distribution center management, materials handling, decision support systems and technology.
- 1-3 years of related automotive industry experience and LEAN manufacturing, preferred.
- 1-3 years direct leadership experience preferred but not required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with success in working across organizations at all levels.
- Flexibility to support any shift including day, night and swing shifts, as needed. Weekend and holiday work may be required.
- Basic SAP Knowledge: Skilled in utilizing SAP for overseeing team workflows, monitoring inventory and production processes, generating operational reports, and ensuring data accuracy to support strategic decision-making and drive team performance.
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