DC Supervisor - Owensboro

UniFirst•Owensboro, KY

15h

About The Position

As a UniFirst Supervisor, you are required to enforce company policies and procedures for all team partners. Ensure that the workflow is constantly on the move. Must have strong communication skills. Address safety issues and ensure safety for all team partners. As a supervisor you will administer progressive discipline, coach, train and develop team partners; order supplies and track expenses. UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team. UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws

Requirements

Associate’s Degree (AS) or Bachelor’s Degree (BA) Preferred
Two or more years of related experience and/or training in field
Equivalent combination of Education and Experience
Knowledge and background in distribution systems driven environment
Required to read and write English and follow verbal and/or written instructions
Should be proficient in computer programs, such as spreadsheets and databases.
Must possess the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, which includes the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, and customers.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written instruction.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions, both verbal and written.
Must possess the ability to hear, talk, see, and distinguish between colors.
In addition, this position requires cross-training in other areas of the facility.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

Enforce company policies and procedures including, but not limited to, work performance, quality, and attendance.
Understand and administer progressive discipline, in compliance with UniFirst Policies and Procedures.
Responsible for the training and development of employees.
Assign work duties as needed.
Supervise the Distribution Area in planning, organizing, and directing daily operations and workflow.
Ensure timely flow of work throughout Processing Areas.
Responsible for ordering supplies and tracking budgeted expenses.
Will be required to work overtime as necessary.
Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
Must be willing and able to take an active role in plant wide safety activities.
Conduct periodic meetings with your employees (if applicable) to include safety related issues or items. Periodic could mean weekly, monthly, bi-monthly quarterly, etc.
Authority to ensure that hazards are corrected or necessary changes to the safety and health management system are addressed