2nd Shift Supervisor

Daifuku; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku in Phillipsburg, NJ is looking for a Site Supervisor to manage business, financial, and customer service activities at the site. The role encompasses troubleshooting material handling control systems and ensuring performance metrics are monitored.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of leadership experience, preferably in a service industry, and demonstrate strong communication and project management skills. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $35-$45.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience.
• Experience in service industry or project management.
• Ability to communicate technical issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems.
• Communicate with building leadership and the maintenance team.
• Train and develop CSTs on control system concepts.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Project management

Budget management

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Us

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading‑edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice‑and‑light‑directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round‑the‑clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

As a Site Supervisor under indirect supervision/assistance, this position is responsible for the business, financial and customer service activities of the site.

• Maintain and troubleshoot software programs for material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
• Act as first level escalation support for the maintenance teams. Appropriately escalate downtime situations to vendors or headquarters for support to restore equipment operation.
• Monitor MHE metrics and partner with facilities/operations for system performance issues both within assigned FC and with like systems in similar FC systems.
• Apply subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic systems to maximize building utilization of systems.
• Perform and utilize FC System Assessments to assess material handling system performance.
• Partner with Facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations. Act as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the building.
• Utilize FC network support resources for guidance and assistance, and provide assistance to peers, as needed.
• Communicate technical issues and project timelines with building leadership, operations and the maintenance team. Explain production impacts and work closely with operations and engineering to ensure a thorough understanding of impact to systems.
• Train and develop CSTs on controls systems concepts and procedures.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship across all levels in the organization.
• Ability to provide enriched feedback to enhance individual performance.
• Completes all safety training as assigned by the Company.
• Compliance with all safety programs, policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties/assignments that may be required by management from time to time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Documented evidence of Project management or Organizational Development Experience,
• Minimum 2 years leadership experience or
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a service industry or
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in preparing and managing budgets
• Combined 3 years’ experience in above three areas if minimum 2 years in any one cannot be met.
• Supervisory experience in an Airport environment.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions and results.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Ability to take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Possess the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Ability to work with people regardless of race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or job type.
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Ability to manage resources to complete job assignment.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
• Ability to complete assigned training in a timely manner.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), E-Mail, scanning and copying equipment.

Hourly Rate

$35.00-$45.00