Operations Supervisor

Mechanix Wear•Kansas City, MO

17d•$70,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Supervisor will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of assigned packaging, warehouse, or distribution operations and the supervision, performance, and time management of employees. The Operations Supervisor will model and act in accordance with our guiding principles and core values and serve as an example to their direct reports. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and timely execution of operational activities while maintaining quality standards, productivity expectations, and employee accountability. Leads frontline employees, monitors workflow, supports process improvements, and partners with cross-functional teams to achieve service goals. Requiring strong leadership of people who can drive execution, reinforce safety and quality expectations, and maintain a high-performing team. The Operations Supervisor will champion the Mechanix Wear Core Values including, Think Big, Be a Problem Solver, Do It the Right Way, and TeaMWork.

Requirements

Strong Project Management skills
Strong understanding of the distribution process and inventory control procedures
Knowledge of ERP and WMS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Proficiency with material handling equipment.
High school diploma required
Three to Five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to staff in all activities
Manage Warehouse Management Software (WMS) in alignment with assigned work area.
Monitor work of all personnel and ensure achievement of all objectives and provide improvements to same if required
Motivate and coach Distribution Center staff to maximize productivity while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
Create a labor plan for your area in collaboration with other Supervisors to ensure overall success of the Distribution Center
Enforce all company policies, SOPs, and safety regulations, ensuring adherence across the team
Monitor the safety, cleanliness, and overall condition of both interior and exterior facilities, proactively addressing issues
Perform process audits to ensure process is being adhered to
Identify processes improvements
Write and amend Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) with approval of Director of Operations
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Customer Service Teams and treat other departments and leaders as internal customers
Monitor and approve employee timecards daily
Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff
Share performance feedback with subordinates and documents coaching conversations
Performs other duties as assigned
Must be able to work extended hours of the business including mornings, evenings, and weekends if required by the business needs
Recruits, interviews, hires, trains and supervises staff
Oversees the daily workflow of the department
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy