Distribution Supervisor - Inbound

nVent • Dayton, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. As the Distribution Supervisor at nVent in Dayton, MN, you'll lead a diverse team supporting inbound operations across multiple shifts. This is an outstanding opportunity to work with a world-class organization in an environment where innovation meets excellence.

Requirements

• Ideally, 3 years of experience leading teams in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Strong knowledge of distribution processes, lean manufacturing/continuous improvement principles, ERP/WMS systems, handheld devices, and freight carriers.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing and occasional climbing, kneeling, crouching/stooping.
• Full use of upper extremities in the manipulation of materials used in the production processes.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or experience in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day inbound operations, driving continuous improvement initiatives that significantly increase productivity and efficiency.
• Take a strategic approach to planning—daily, weekly, and monthly—prioritizing work, setting clear timelines, and allocating resources to successfully deliver departmental goals.
• Lead and empower a high-performing warehouse team in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Through visible leadership on the floor, foster a positive and productive work culture while developing team members through effective training, coaching, performance feedback, and consistent support—motivating employees to meet and exceed performance targets.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree