2nd Shift Supervisor, Shipping

Astemo Indiana•Greenfield, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Supervisor directs and coordinates activities in the shipping department, including training, mentoring, and coaching employees. This role coordinates with other departments to ensure orders are processed efficiently, inventory is maintained accurately, and shipments meet quality standards. The supervisor manages warehouse operations, staffing, department reporting, employee performance and development, and efforts to improve cost and efficiency.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of related work experience.
Basic proficiency with PowerPoint, Windows, MS Word, and MS Access.
Intermediate proficiency with Excel.
Ability to promote and carry out the Astemo Philosophy.
Sound business judgment, motivation, and decision-making ability.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a high level of accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
Ability to work for extended periods while sitting, standing, walking, and bending during the workday.
Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds, and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen.
Full motor skills.
Basic experience with Windows and MS Office and intermediate experience with Excel.
Ability to work in a factory setting with noise; the role requires 1% travel.

Nice To Haves

Two-year college degree in Business Administration or Management.
Problem-solving training.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems.
Previous supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Manage warehouse operations and maintain proper inventory levels.
Review staffing needs and place manpower appropriately.
Communicate with customers.
Prepare monthly reports on department measures.
Conduct coaching and counseling sessions to resolve issues.
Establish training and rotations and ensure safety policies and procedures are followed.
Enter subordinate employees’ timesheets and PTO.
Complete associate evaluations in a timely manner.
Perform essential duties and subordinate duties and responsibilities.
Track scrap costs and present preventive ideas to management.
Prepare reports for upper management and potentially other Astemo companies.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations in the functional area.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide support and training to subordinate personnel.
Provide leadership to subordinate personnel and interact with associates at various organizational levels.
Improve manufacturing proficiency to meet plant goals and objectives.
Maintain knowledge of processes, procedures, and equipment.
Coordinate and recommend facility cost-saving and efficiency ideas.
Perform other duties as assigned.