POSITION SUMMARY Supervise the activities of the shipping and receiving colleagues to achieve optimal levels of safety, quality, productivity and delivery to assure internal and external customer satisfaction. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Company''s mission, vision, values and goals in the performance of daily activities.
• Provide key input into the development of the department strategy and goals along with identifying and tracking key measurable to support the business plan goals.
• Provide direction and leadership to department colleagues consistent with plant and department business plan goals.
• Responsible for overall coordination and communication within department.
• Responsible for ensuring accountability and discipline within department.
• Maintain maximum levels of production utilization and efficiency.
• Drive and oversee corresponding root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Direct efforts of warehouse activities.
• Coordinate/assess required training and team building (i.e. forklift, training, etc.).
• Coordinate new colleague orientation.
• Track, monitor and implement required improvement activities related to goals, issues, etc.
• Assist in colleague development and implementation of warehouse related training.
• Oversee the activities of the warehouse and coordinate shipping docks to effectively support plant operations.
• Evaluate department manning levels, assuring compliance and improvements to the budget and make recommendations to the Materials Manager and HR.
• Assure all inventory control procedures are strictly adhered to.
• Complete individual work team performance reviews and provide mentoring, coaching and development for colleagues.
• Coordinate the movement of all materials to and from warehouse.
• Assure all incoming product is received from vendors and reported into QAD with correct bar code labels.
• Assure all outgoing finished products are shipped on time to avoid premium freight costs and shipped with appropriate bar code tags.
• Drive and participate in team problem solving activities and process improvement activities (ex. 8 D Reporting, Kaizen, etc.).
• Support plant activities towards achieving customer awards and quality registrations (ex. TS 16949, Gold Pentastar etc.)
• Assist with plant activities to achieve quality, productivity, and cost reduction goals.
• Review all accident reports for identification of root cause and corrective action.
• Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures in performing daily work activities.
• Assure all direct reports are aware of their EH&S responsibilities and hold all direct reports accountable.
• Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized and verify individual usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) by all the work team.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.
• Maintain high standard of housekeeping in the work area.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures (ex. Quality Policy Manual, Colleague Handbook, Level II procedures, etc.) RELATIONSHIPS/CONTACTS Reports directly to the Materials Manager. Interfaces on a frequent basis with Operations, IT and Quality. Also interfaces on an as needed basis with HR, Finance, Engineering, and Maintenance along with peers, suppliers and customers. LEADERSHIP/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provides direct leadership and supervises hourly shipping and/or receiving colleagues.
• Ability to identify, select, train and coach materials talent.
• Provides model behavior to demonstrate corporate values. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Associates Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Two to five years experience in shipping/receiving and/or warehouse management.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Root cause/problem-solving ability.
• Familiar with Just-In-Time concept.
• Experience in using a lift truck.
• Understand inventory control procedures.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Proficient with SMART and DDL
• Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Duties include but are not limited to: stand, walk, twist, bend, lift, see, talk, and hear. Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration and hazardous materials. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by colleagues assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions.

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