Supervisor Logistics - CDC 1st Shift

Textron•Fort Worth, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Bell is seeking a Supervisor Logistics (1st Shift) to support our warehouse operations. This position is onsite at the Fort Worth Logistics Center (FWLC), located close to the south end of DFW airport. The role reports directly to the Logistics Manager and is responsible for supervising the day-to-day workflow, operational efficiency, and production output for a specific department. The position involves establishing and monitoring KPIs, performance standards, compliance, scheduling, staffing, and auditing activities to meet customer and company objectives of increased speed and quality. Continuous improvement of current processes and the ability to enact change will be critical to achieve success.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
At least 5 years of warehouse or distribution center experience, including inventory control, shipping/receiving, and/or coordinating workflow in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. Must have strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with senior management, and a unionized workforce.
Must be able to work effectively across many functional areas that touch upon the warehouse operation.
Interfaces with other managerial, office and hourly employees on a regular basis with various forms of communication.
Able to document procedures, express processes in writing and flow chart processes.
Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
2+ years of supervising experience in a warehouse/distribution environment is preferred.
Knowledge of SAP is preferred.
Experience working with a unionized workforce, preferred.
At least 2+ years logistics experience, preferred.
Experience and/or training in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance, support, direction, and leadership through positive interactions with all personnel during daily operations.
Communicate production/shipping requirements to the team to be met through efficient manpower utilization and KPI development.
Assist in the training and instruction of employees to perform work assignments in a safe and productive manner. Enforce health, environmental and safety standards, work practices, and housekeeping.
Control department expenses to achieve productivity goals.
Pursue opportunities to improve speed and quality through the operations, which in turn supports Customer Service.
Maintain good employee relations through counseling and proper application of labor relations policies. Familiarize personnel with Company rules and regulations, and consistently apply and enforce company rules, and established policies and procedures. Perform all duties within the Textron business Conduct Guidelines.
Arrange maintenance of machines and equipment in work areas.
Lead departments in efforts to meet lean manufacturing and continuous improvement goals.
Assist in maintaining proper inventory levels, coordinating with internal and external organizations, as required.
Prepare required reports.
Perform duties in compliance with all safety rules and regulations required by the Company, State, Federal and Local provisions.