Distribution Supervisor

Overview

Job Description:

Are you ambitious? Want to make a difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive in an environment that leverages your abilities as a fast learner, good listener, and problem-solver? If you love challenges, and have a passion for leadership, consider applying for our Distribution Supervisor position.

Job Category: Supply Chain

Job Family: Warehousing & Distribution

This position is designed to attract the very best talent and provide selected candidates with the opportunity to develop the skills necessary for a successful career in Supply Chain and Distribution. Distribution Supervisors must thrive in a challenging and dynamic manufacturing environment. This position will focus on leading a team of partners, coaching and motivating them on meeting goals and ensuring all operating policies and procedures are followed.

The Distribution Supervisor is vital in leading the efforts of our production teams. Duties include planning, organizing, training, coaching, compliance with various customers, company, government requirements and guidelines. Our Distribution Supervisor will build a depth of knowledge and expertise within one plant and become a manufacturing subject matter expert for that facility.

Location: This position is 100% on-site at our Stephenville, TX Distribution Center.

• Must be able to work the following shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM on a 2-2-3 schedule

• Off shift bonus up to $10,000 annually available for those who qualify
• Extended work week bonus up to $540 per shift
• Relocation Benefits:
  Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for the position
• Eligibility for ASOP/ESOP and other retirement benefits as described in the original description

The Distribution Supervisor position has three main areas of focus:
Leadership, Distribution Operations, and Regulatory/Customer compliance.

• Train, coach, evaluate and reinforce Process Excellence principles with partners
• Ensure daily production/shipping/receiving is organized to maximize efficiencies, and make necessary adjustments as conditions change
• Administer various company, plant or department processes in certification programs, pay systems, assessment/feedback processes, etc.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements; interpret and communicate customer requirements to TDC FG/TDC Dry Goods/Bulk groups
• Encourage teamwork and compliance with Plant/DC policies and procedures
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and good housekeeping guidelines
• Follow safety guidelines, wear designated Personal Protective Equipment, and meet OSHA safety requirements
• Ensure partner accountability and provide daily communication of essential information
• Lead team efforts in meeting or exceeding goals in productivity, quality, and safety
• Identify and implement process improvements using problem-solving methods and quality tools
• Plan production operations, establish priorities and monitor progress to meet customer needs
• Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance opportunities to maximize efficiencies at the lowest cost
• Monitor training activities and ensure proper training documentation
• Assist with staffing to ensure shipping/receiving schedules meet customer requirements
• Work with leadership in identifying and communicating customer requirements
• Be knowledgeable of applicable government regulations (OSHA, USDA, FDA, EPA, EEOC, OFCCP, etc.)
• Make decisions related to HACCP, product quality, HOLD & RELEASE, etc.
• Assist with regulatory, customer, and internal audits
• Perform process controls (CPs, CCPs, QPs, CQPs) and follow reaction plans for Food Safety, Food Quality and customer requirement deviations

• High School diploma or GED required (college degree not required)
• Must be able to work the following shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM on a 2-2-3 schedule
• Relocation not required
• 5+ years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Proficient PC skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Gain and maintain an understanding of all equipment and computer systems
• Willing and able to…