Supervisor: Shipping

Altek Electronics, Inc.•Torrington, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Altek Electronics, a trusted source of electronic manufacturing services since 1972, is a comprehensive contract manufacturer serving a broad range of industries. We work with industry leaders supporting a complete product life cycle, from prototype through production and end of life. As a solutions provider with expertise in PCB layout and design, PCB assembly, and upper-level chassis, control panels, and cable & harness assembly, we manufacture products using LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. We use open communication to fulfill our mission of “Value through the eyes of the customer.” Delivering quality products on-time, Altek is certified to AS9100D, our operators are certified to IPC-610, IPC-620 and J-STD, we are ITAR compliant and a Veteran-Owned Small Business. Please visit our website for more detail and to meet our team. www.altekelectronics.com Summary Supervises and coordinates activities of the shipping department including drivers in accordance with Altek policies and procedures. Responsible for verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments, and preparing items for shipment by performing the following duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Includes the following, other duties may be assigned: Supports a zero-injury culture by pro-actively complying with all safety practices and conducts self-inspections and safety huddles on a regular basis. Works with the Shipping team and drivers, to ensure all safety, quality, and delivery commitments are met. Reviews the shipping schedule and manages team to meet established shipping priority. Employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives. Determines responsibilities and provides direction to direct reports in order to accomplish business objectives. Trains and ensures all assigned employees are aware of and comply with company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations. Appraises performance and provides leadership guidance to direct reports so as to continually improve team effectiveness. Implements manufacturing and continuous improvement strategies and goals across all departments as assigned. Must be able to multi-task with the ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations. Maintains a quality system that meets the requirements of customers and auditors. Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments Responsible for shift schedule to include workstation assignments/rotations, employee training, employee vacations, employee breaks, overtime assignment, back-up for absent employees, and shift rotations. Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials. Determine shipping method for materials, using knowledge of shipping procedures and rates. Record shipment data for reporting, accounting, and recordkeeping purposes. Contact carrier representative to make arrangements and to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials. Confer and correspond with Altek personnel to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications. Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock. Actively participates in quality initiatives by participating in problem solving, process improvements and performance measurements. Ability to work flexible hours based on shipping & receiving schedule/needs. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Altek’s Mission, Vision and Purpose. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; performance appraisals rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements

Proven management experience in a high demand manufacturing environment in industries such as aerospace, electronics, medical, etc.
Ability to lead, motivate, and influence others both inside and outside the organization
Ability to set measurable and realistic goals and convert plans into action
Ability to quickly process information and learn new skills, processes, procedures, etc.
Strong commitment to quality
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to set organizational performance standards/goals
Strong background in Lean Six Sigma culture and Continuous Improvement
ISO 9001 2008 a must
At least 2 years supervisory experience in a shipping department or other similar expereince.

Nice To Haves

AS9100 and ISO 13485 would be helpful

Responsibilities

Supports a zero-injury culture by pro-actively complying with all safety practices and conducts self-inspections and safety huddles on a regular basis.
Works with the Shipping team and drivers, to ensure all safety, quality, and delivery commitments are met.
Reviews the shipping schedule and manages team to meet established shipping priority.
Employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives.
Determines responsibilities and provides direction to direct reports in order to accomplish business objectives.
Trains and ensures all assigned employees are aware of and comply with company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations.
Appraises performance and provides leadership guidance to direct reports so as to continually improve team effectiveness.
Implements manufacturing and continuous improvement strategies and goals across all departments as assigned.
Must be able to multi-task with the ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations.
Maintains a quality system that meets the requirements of customers and auditors.
Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments
Responsible for shift schedule to include workstation assignments/rotations, employee training, employee vacations, employee breaks, overtime assignment, back-up for absent employees, and shift rotations.
Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials.
Determine shipping method for materials, using knowledge of shipping procedures and rates.
Record shipment data for reporting, accounting, and recordkeeping purposes.
Contact carrier representative to make arrangements and to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.
Confer and correspond with Altek personnel to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications.
Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
Actively participates in quality initiatives by participating in problem solving, process improvements and performance measurements.
Ability to work flexible hours based on shipping & receiving schedule/needs.
Supervises employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Altek’s Mission, Vision and Purpose.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; performance appraisals rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Other duties as assigned.