Summary

The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for making sure parts stock levels are sufficient to meet daily production requirements, suppliers are meeting their delivery times and all line feeding is accomplished on time for parts sequencing.

Essential Functions (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

- Provide direction to all warehouse staff (e.g. schedules, unpacking, line feeding, and housekeeping)

- Report and control inventories daily, as well as analyze and resolve discrepancies as they arise

- Coordinate receiving times and deliveries with suppliers and transportation companies

- Make sure there are sufficient parts stock levels in the warehouse to feed the production lines

- Coach Team Members to follow safety procedures and champion a safety-centered culture

- Train & cross train Team Members to ensure coverage in all areas and build a cross-functional team

- Track Team Member attendance and address attendance issues as needed

- Investigate and resolve worker issues

- Conduct Team Member performance evaluations

- Report to Manager on daily activities, problems, solutions, etc.

- Lead by example in maintaining good housekeeping and organization in the Logistics department

- Maintain forklifts and tow motors, as well as keep accurate and up-to-date service records

- All other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)

Required Education & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent, plus:
- 3 or more years of experience in a leadership position in an industrial environment AND 3 or more years of experience in a position dealing with inventory in an industrial environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Strong Leadership skills
Strong organizational skills
Proven problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of Logistics processes in an industrial environment
Ability to work at a fast pace in an ever-changing automotive environment

Forklift Experience

Preferred Education & Experience:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
Experience in automotive manufacturing
Experience driving powered industrial vehicles

Working Conditions

50% in office environment, 50% on production floor

Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.

Traversing around production floor

3rd Shift (10:30 pm-6:45 am)

Overtime as needed

Weekend work for inventory counts approximately 1-2 times per month and during plant shutdown periods