Logistics Supervisor

Gainey's Concrete Products•Holden, LA

10d

About The Position

The Logistics Supervisor organizes and oversees employees during a specified shift, ensures products are properly loaded and unloaded, and directs company truck drivers for delivery. The role supervises shipping operations, inventory control, dispatch, and shipping personnel, and coordinates shipping and receiving needs with project management. The supervisor monitors freight movement using Titan, oversees safe handling and delivery practices, evaluates department efficiency, and recommends operational improvements. The position is based in a precast concrete manufacturing plant and requires the physical ability to work in that environment. Applicants must be able to complete a seven-year background check and undergo pre-employment drug testing; job offers are based on the results.

Requirements

Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Basic understanding of truck freight rates.
Strong understanding of applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements and related safety policies and best practices.
Self-motivated, positive, helpful, and organized.
Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to read and understand production and CAD drawings.
Ability to frequently use common construction hand tools.
Physical ability to work in a precast concrete manufacturing plant.
Frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Required vision abilities include near and distant vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to complete a seven-year background check and pass pre-employment drug testing.

Responsibilities

Train and assign employees.
Manage inventory control.
Manage CDL and mobile crane operators, the shipping crew lead, and dispatch.
Oversee daily workflow, schedules, and assignments in the shipping area.
Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations.
Assist human resources with implementing and carrying out random substance abuse screening as required by law or policy.
Monitor freight movement using Titan.
Oversee inventory control applications.
Consult with the project management team about shipping and receiving needs.
Teach and implement safe lifting and loading techniques and regularly evaluate employee compliance.
Assess the efficiency and performance of the shipping and receiving department, identifying and recommending improvements to the shift, department, and facility.
Ensure product handling and delivery practices meet customer expectations and daily, weekly, monthly, and annual business objectives.
Perform other related duties as assigned.