Plant Supervisor I

thyssenkrupp Materials NA•Kennesaw, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

thyssenkrupp Materials NA – tkMMS is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to join our manufacturing division in Kennesaw, GA. This role is hands-on, working directly on the warehouse floor around heavy machinery, and is best suited for someone with strong leadership skills, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to meet operational goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder (employment eligibility requirement).
High school diploma or equivalent with basic math and reading skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Warehouse experience including forklift, packing, and measuring.
Demonstrated leadership or team-building skills (business, military, or other organizations).
Strong commitment to workplace safety.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
2–3 years of supervisory experience in warehousing or manufacturing.
Knowledge of metals staging, processing, packaging, and shipping.
First Aid/CPR certification.
Exposure to labor relations, safety programs, ISO standards, lean practices, or sales functions.

Responsibilities

Meet production and distribution objectives on time and within budget.
Teach, coach, and demonstrate work activities for team members.
Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and manage disciplinary actions when necessary.
Coordinate, assign, and review work for accuracy and timeliness.
Ensure team members are trained in safety, equipment use, and company policies.
Maintain professional communication with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
Complete and file accident or incident reports within 24 hours.
Monitor working conditions, correct safety issues, and take disciplinary action when needed.
Apply problem-solving techniques (8D, 5 Why, Kaizen) to resolve issues.
Maintain records, reports, and other administrative duties.
Perform other duties assigned by the Operations or Plant Manager.