General Supervisor in White City, ORApply

General Supervisor

The Warehouse / Shipping Supervisor provides leadership and direction to ensure the effective management of people, processes, and utilization of resources. Responsible for inventory management of all products and for overseeing operations of the warehouse and shipping processes. Acts additionally as primary coverage / backup for Shift Supervision, Scheduling, and Safety as needed. Manages, mentors, and develops associates in a cohesive can-do team atmosphere. Ensures that our customers receive our product on time every time and always in world class condition.

Major tasks include : supervising warehouse / shipping employees and overseeing daily operations; responsible for the performance of general maintenance of machinery used in the warehouse; communicates with drivers to ensure efficient transfer of products in and out of the warehouse to truck and / or rail; manages workflow within shipping and receiving departments; oversees data system for storage and tracking of incoming goods and outgoing shipments; ensures the appropriate audits and inspections are performed so that warehouse locations are operating in compliance with performance expectations; establishes layout and ensures efficient space utilization of the warehouse; oversees fork truck fleet management to support deliveries; maintains standards of health and safety, hygiene and security; manages warehouse KPIs, produces reports and analyzes data; covers scheduling responsibilities as needed; acts as primary backup to Safety Manager to ensure safety standards are followed, conducts training, completes reporting and investigations, as needed; and covers shift supervisory duties as emergency and vacation relief whenever needed.

Qualifications include : a bachelor's degree preferred, but not required, in logistics, business, finance, or related discipline; a minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing warehouse or production environment is required; strong people leader and experienced in driving change; hands-on experience in warehouse management procedures and best practices; strong decision making and problem-solving skills; and excellent communication and analytical skills with ability to effectively present information and respond to questions and concerns quickly.