Warehouse Operations Supervisor - Automation

Albertsons • Tracy, CA

6d

About The Position

The Automation Supervisor is responsible for the daily operation and production of an automated picking warehouse. The role oversees and provides leadership to automation operators to achieve production KPIs and metrics, and coordinates with onsite maintenance to support continuous production while providing windows for planned maintenance. The supervisor must be able to manage the automation system and operators remotely from the floor, make operationally impactful decisions in accordance with SOPs, guidelines, and escalation standards, and train and coach operators.

The position oversees an automated order-picking machine, system reports, material flow, and warehouse crews in a unionized environment. It supports receiving, processing, storage, order assembly, and loading; ensures the system is maintained and cleaned; takes inventories and addresses out-of-stock or overstocked conditions; and promotes safe operations, adherence to company policies, continuous improvement, and a positive work environment.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree in Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in automation, warehousing, and business processes.
• Ability to read and interpret computerized reports.
• Understanding of warehouse regulations regarding quality and safety.
• Excellent organizational skills, with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Considerable initiative and frequent analysis in daily work.
• Proven ability to define business-related performance measures and hold associates accountable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to work evenings, night shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Two to four years of previous supervisory experience in warehousing.
• Previous experience with PLCs, conveyance systems, or related mechanical fields.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation and production of an automated picking warehouse and automated order-picking machine.
• Lead automation operators and warehouse crews to achieve production KPIs, performance measures, and business goals.
• Coordinate with onsite maintenance to sustain production and provide appropriate windows for planned maintenance.
• Manage the automation system and operators away from the floor, making operational decisions in accordance with SOPs, guidelines, and escalation standards.
• Monitor system reports and material flow.
• Supervise unionized warehouse crews and support work in receiving, processing, storage, order assembly, and loading.
• Train and coach operators and work teams.
• Ensure the system is maintained and cleaned, and supervise maintenance needs as necessary.
• Take inventories as required and report and clear developing out-of-stock or overstocked conditions.
• Design, monitor, and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with safety programs.
• Ensure adherence to Safeway policies, procedures, and practices.
• Cultivate a positive and innovative work environment and pursue fast, continuous, systematic planned improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through a partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Leaders invested in training, career growth, and development.
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager