Distribution Center Supervisor; Waco, TX

Distribution Center Supervisor (Waco, TX)

** Overall

Job Summary *
* This position is responsible for leading and developing a team of hourly team members.  This position is also responsible for establishing daily production goals and will monitor stands to improve performance within their assigned department.

** Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)*
* + Provide visible leadership and drive a motivated, positive, productive workforce to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

+ Establish daily production goals and monitor intraday performance to achieve these goals.

+ Participate in root cause analysis to identify problems and seeking out opportunities for continuous improvement.

+ Identify, coach and develop team members through training, performance reviews, coaching, support and delegation as appropriate for their development level.

+ Observe Team Member activities and work methods, to recommend areas of opportunity.

+ Daily, weekly, and monthly preparation and planning to identify and prioritize action steps, set timelines, identify and allocate resources necessary to accomplish departmental objectives.

+ Communicate policies to team members and act as the primary information source for the team, maintaining compliance, consistency, and taking corrective action when needed.

+ Coordinate and monitor production standards, and develop programs to improve operational throughout.

+ Assist in training team members on distribution processes and equipment.

+ May lead or serve on cross-functional teams to develop network best practices focused on process improvement and leadership development

** Required Qualifications*
* _Experience_ :

Minimum of three (3) years in a multi-shift distribution center experience

_Education_ :
Some college is preferred.  Combination of education and experience will be considered.

** Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities*
* + Lead, manage, and develop a team of 15 to 60 TSC team members.

+ Ability to lead and develop people utilizing excellent communication skills

+ Ability to build relationships at various levels and influence decisions.

+ Working knowledge of logistics processes and methods to include flow, cost efficiencies, MHE equipment, safety and quality.

+ Analytical skills to include problem identification and resolution.

+ Working knowledge of a Windows based computer environment with the ability to develop and communicate reporting.

+ Working knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and labor management systems.

+ Flexibility and willingness to change direction and focus as business needs dictate

+ Ability to work any shift and or department as required.

+ Work additional hours and or days as needed, particularly during high volume periods, to ensure that departmental objectives are accomplished.

** Working Conditions*
* + Duties include frequent alternate standing, walking, bending, stooping, and sitting, throughout the course of the shift

+ Required to work in a physical environment that is subject to temperature extremes, movement of mobile and fixed equipment, possible exposure to hazardous products, dust and other conditions associated with a warehouse operation

** Physical Requirements*
* + It is essential that you have the physical and mental stamina and ability to move throughout the distribution center and outdoor areas quickly and safely.

+ It is essential to operate all equipment related to their job duties efficiently, safely, properly and accurately; and to provide the highest level of customer service.

+ Ability to move and transfer merchandise, weighing up to 50-75 pounds, throughout the distribution center.

+ Ability to frequently lift or reach merchandise overhead.

+ Ability to frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders for up to 12 hours.

+ Ability to move throughout the distribution center for an entire shift.

+ Ability to safely access all areas of the distribution center, including stairs and all levels/floors.

+ Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary (e.g. dolly, hand truck, MHE, battery changer, computer or equivalent, etc.).

+ Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper MHE (e.g. pallet jack, forklift, etc.)

+ Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete all documentation.

+ Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with team members.

+ Ability to process information / handle merchandise in a safe manner, according to distribution center and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

+ Ability to successfully complete all required training and certification.

+ Ability to drive or operate a vehicle for business needs.

** Disclaimer*
* _This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position.  It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities.  A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor._

** Company Info*
* At Tractor Supply and…