Job Description
As the Material Handling Team Manager, reporting directly to the Finishing & Material Handling Value Stream Manager, you are a vital leader in our operational heart. You will lead a customer-focused team of non-exempt employees across Shipping, Receiving, WIP, and SAI, ensuring the seamless movement and transactional accuracy of all chemical components and finished products. Your mission is to foster a collaborative culture that prioritizes process excellence and safety above all else.
Key Responsibilities:
Safety Leadership: Provide daily leadership to instill an injury-free workplace, conducting safety huddles and ensuring compliance with all hazardous material handling protocols.
Operational Excellence: Use Enterprise Lean Strategies (ELS) to review processes, reduce waste, and improve inventory accuracy through rigorous cycle counts and trailer/pallet management.
People Development: Attract and develop high-potential talent by managing the Global Performance System (GPS), providing quarterly feedback, and creating cross-training opportunities to meet business needs.
Strategic Execution: Drive site improvement plans by setting clear priorities, removing obstacles for your team, and collaborating with Logistics to optimize scheduling and resource allocation.
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalency is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of operational experience is required, with at least 1 year of direct team management experience. 5+ years of leadership in a manufacturing or supply chain environment is preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in managing complex material handling systems; the capability to become an Oracle superuser is essential. Six Sigma or APICS certifications are a significant plus.
Leadership Competencies: Demonstrated ability to "Build High-Performing, Diverse Teams," "Lead Change," and "Deliver Results" through agility and collaboration.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to influence team behavior, resolve conflicts, and build cross-functional partnerships.
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Additional Information
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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