Shipping Supervisor

Toyota Boshoku America•Mantachie, MS

About The Position

Under general supervision, oversees the shipping and receiving warehouse operations during the designated shift which includes shipping, receiving, inventory control, and product delivery to manufacturing plus daily job assignments. Directs Team Leaders and other Team Members in assigned manufacturing area in the execution of the group’s responsibilities. Manages group (manufacturing line, cells, or area) as an operational unit and responsible to accomplish company goals and targets in accordance with all company policies, manufacturing standards and methods, and quality standards for safety, product quality, customer satisfaction, accuracy, productivity, cost reduction, housekeeping, efficiency, training, teamwork, and morale.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Business, Manufacturing, or related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum three (3) years of relevant manufacturing experience required.
Minimum two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience required.
Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job functions of a leadership role.
Working knowledge of kanban system, truck/delivery schedules, hazardous waste disposal, and inventory level management.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in Forklift/Material Handling operation and Hazardous Waste handling.
Must be able to work a fixed or rotating shift schedule, including daily or weekend overtime.
Thorough understanding of company product, trade terminology, quality management and control systems and techniques, manufacturing processes including material controls, work flow, scheduling, kanban, machine operation, and company policies as standards.
Basic math and analytical skills.
Ability to effectively facilitate problem solving and resolution.
Ability work with a dynamic team and demanding customer(s).
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural work environment.
Ability to work with multiple departments and prioritize activities.
Ability to read instruction manuals, blue prints, and specifications.
Ability to plan, supervise, and perform functions of assigned areas.
Ability to maintain on call flexibility to control abnormal conditions.
Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing production environment.
Active listener with effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to multi-task, handle diversity, and provide leadership through problem resolution.
Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of the organization in a team environment.
Ability to adapt available skills and equipment to respond to unforeseen demands and/or problems.
Ability to implement plans to control and maintain safety, quality, 5S, cost, and efficiency for assigned areas.
Strong organization, time management, and planning skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with tight deadlines.
Ability to teach team leaders and team members in basic fundamental skills and facilitate Job Instruction Training (JIT).
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Previous experience working with integrated computer programs and/or applications.
Solid working knowledge and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Lotus Notes/Outlook, Internet, etc.).
Must be willing to successfully complete and use training for items below as required by area of assignment: Forklift, tugger, and truck usage, and pass certification. Overhead crane operation. Cross training for leading other plant support departments. RCRA and DOT hazardous waste requirements, and pass certification. Computer-based software, applications, and systems (e.g., Oracle, Kronos, Future 3, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Automotive industry experience preferred with parts production, quality, or production control experience a plus.
Working knowledge and experience with TPS and Production Efficiency (PEFF) system preferred.
ERP System experience (e.g., Oracle) preferred.

Responsibilities

Function as a first-line supervisor over team leaders and team members.
Responsible for managing and appraising team member job performance and recommending corrective action.
Develop and maintains positive team member relations centered on mutual trust, dignity, respect, fairness, consistency, two-way communication, teamwork, and harmony.
Provide direction and motivation to team members emphasizing safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, cost reduction, and morale.
Responsible for leading and maintaining the manufacturing and production system of assigned area, accomplishing department hoshin goals, and keeping on task with targets and implementation schedule.
Utilize Toyota Production System (TPS) techniques to standardize current/new processes and methods, reduce process variation, identify waste, and methodically eliminate waste.
Develop standardized work procedures by designing and/or documenting the best work sequence for each process.
Direct the work of Team Leaders and Team Members by assigning/re-assigning work stationing and analyze production requirements based on current work situation and production schedules.
Direct floor activities through consistent application of Toyota Boshoku Business Practices (TBBP) to ensure all aspects of manufacturing are effective and correct sub-standard situations.
Perform the essential job functions of team leaders or team members as necessary to maintain efficient, stable, and continuous operations.
Utilize knowledge and skills to maintain the highest level of quality and efficiency possible.
Lead continuous improvement activity for assigned area.
Maintain a safe working environment for all team members.
Train and coach team members to maintain productivity and quality standards, in TS19649, ISO 14001, environmental, safety, quality, job performance, setups, trouble shooting, and continuous improvement.
Collect, record, and analyze information while maintaining documentation regarding the activities in the assigned area as defined by company policy, procedure, or practice.
Communicate frequently with internal contacts on various issues.
Maintain involvement with new inbound/outbound inventory programs when used to receive/ship orders to monitor progress and trouble shoot issues.
Coordinate finished goods and delivery.
Coordinate receiving activities.
Conduct standardized work, 5S, and safety audits of assigned areas and countermeasure issues found.