1st Shift Dock Group Leader

Batesville; Batesville (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Batesville is seeking a 1st Shift Dock Group Leader in Batesville, IN to supervise dock associates, schedule work, train staff, and ensure on-time shipments. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and throughput within a manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of logistics supervisory experience, and is proficient in Microsoft Office and JDE. Compensation includes base salary and potential incentives, with a focus on advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• At least 5 years of related distribution/logistics supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 20-25 hourly employees in the manufacturing operation.
• Schedule work and assign tasks; train employees.
• Ensure shipment accuracy and throughput; monitor safety and PPE use.
• Analyze work orders to estimate hours and create schedules.
• Maintain time and production records; manage staffing plans.
• Interview, hire, train, and evaluate staff; manage performance.

Skills

5S knowledge

Leadership

Planning & scheduling

Safety minded

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

JDE

Pivot Tables

Job description

At Batesville, you will be a part of a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation. A recognized leader in the death care industry in North America, we are committed to our mission of helping families honor the lives of those they love®. We are currently seeking a 1st Shift Dock Group Leader to join our team in Batesville, IN.

Your Role at Batesville:

As a Dock Group Leader, you will be responsible for providing direct supervision to dock associates and material handlers, including work scheduling and task assignment, employee training, ensuring shipment accuracy and throughput requirements are met, evaluating staffing needs, and administering safety, communication, and team building.

How You’ll be Rewarded:

• Batesville is a family. You will be part of a family of highly committed associates who are passionate about our company, committed to our customers and excited about our future.
• The expected base salary range for this role is $75,000 – $85,000 per year. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to qualifications, skills, experience, and location.
• In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based bonuses or other forms of incentive compensation.
• IMMEDIATE ELIGIBILITY – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as prescription coverage, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.
• Generous 401K Matching Program
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for development and advancement

What You’ll Do:

• Clearly and regularly communicates pertinent performance, work schedule, and activities to the work teams.
• Facilitates 5S by assuring 5S maps and assignment sheets are current and by verifying conformance to the standard conditions.
• Reports all accidents, injuries, and near misses to production manager, assures all documentation is completed and tracks countermeasures. Assures proper PPE is used per plant requirement.
• Analyzes work orders to estimate worker hours and create machining schedules that meet both internal and external needs.
• Computes amounts of stock and supplies required for operation, based on production schedules, and requisitions materials from storage area.
• Maintains time and production records.
• Initiates and/or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Directly supervises 20-25 hourly employees in the manufacturing operation. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company policies, the Code of Ethical Business Conduct, and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a college or university in any field
• At least 5 years of related distribution/logistics supervisory experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in logistics operations

Nice to Haves:

• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (i.e., Charts & Graphs, Pivot Tables, V Look ups, etc.)
• Ability to work overtime when workload requires it.
• Lean 5S knowledge and/or experience.
• Experience with JDE.

Physical Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to crouch, or lift items as heavy as 50 lbs. This job may require the employee to see with clarity at both near and far distances.

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