Logistics Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage day-to-day logistics operations, including but not limited to inbound receiving, accurate warehousing, material delivery, and outbound shipments.

• Assign jobs to all operators at the start of each shift and ensure all requirements are covered throughout the shift.

• Perform daily audits of hourly operators’ tasks.

• Properly update payroll records daily.

• Follow escalation protocols to various levels of management when issues arise.

• Verify that standardized work procedures and safety rules are being followed, issuing corrective actions when necessary.

• Ensure outbound shipments to customers are completed on time and accurately.

• Lead team meetings and safety talks.

• Conduct accurate inventory counts and make necessary corrections in SAP.

• Keep detailed records, generate reports, and develop presentations to communicate logistics performance to management.

• Ensure daily overtime equalization is completed.

• Build and maintain strong relationships within the company and with external partners, such as suppliers and distributors.

• Prevent production line downtime by ensuring components are delivered to lines as needed.

• Collaborate with team members from diverse backgrounds to identify and solve problems.

• Participate in annual physical inventory activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry preferred.

• Proven ability to manage up to 50 hourly employees and multiple operational processes.

• Previous experience in a unionized environment preferred.

• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a high-pressure environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.

• Availability to work some weekends as needed.

• Strong customer service orientation.