POSITION SUMMARY
The Common Carrier Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the Commons department of the outbound operations.
This role is challenged to develop new tools and resources that increase productivity and support the growth of our business.
This position maintains extensive knowledge of the various procedures and operations protocols while developing and implementing improvements that increase efficiencies and customer satisfaction.
The Ground Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all new employees receive proper training in relevant areas and maintaining a high level of proficiency among current employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage day to day decisions regarding output of operations to ensure increased quality, accuracy and service
Supervise up to 40 employees to achieve high performance standards while coaching, training and developing employees in industry best practices
Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly metrics for assigned departments; identify and resolve operating issues as needed, including oversight of corrective actions and progressive discipline process
Provide clear and frequent communication to all teams regarding department productivity, Company policies and procedures
Actively engage in “MBWA” or managing by walking around and serve as a role model of Company culture
Maintain adequate staffing levels for assigned departments to ensure operating metrics are met consistently; may include the coordination of shift change bids and related programs
Interact with employees regularly to promote a high level of engagement and ensure all safety regulations / rules are followed
Lead weekly and monthly manager meetings to share information including metrics review, areas of improvement, employee relations issues, and updates on quarterly initiatives and related projects
Identify and delegate quarterly initiatives to team members; promote and monitor progress to ensure quarterly goals are met
Maintain a high level of operating knowledge and positive employee relations by working at minimum one day each month with each department and/or shift
Analyze opportunities for improvement including productivity growth, cost reduction, damage mitigation, and increased process efficiency
Serve as a back-up when a department line manager is absent
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in training and development role; experience working with a large group of non-exempt employees preferred
Associate degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working in a distribution or manufacturing environment preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations
Ability to work off-shift as required to respond to urgent needs
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 10 hours/day
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching
Requires the ability to occasionally lift / carry 50-75lbs.
and push / pull up to 150lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles.
Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
May require occasional travel to other facilities within the region