Distribution Center Lead — Optimize Workflow & Safety

Benjamin Moore & Co.; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Benjamin Moore & Co. in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a Warehouse Shift Supervisor to organize and execute the distribution center’s workload by shift, ensuring on-time and in-full order fulfillment and safe operation.

You will lead process improvements, oversee inbound/outbound flow, coordinate with management on escalations, monitor KPIs, and mentor staff in standard work while maintaining 5S and equipment safety.

Qualifications

• High School degree required or equivalent; an associate degree is preferred.
• Experience in a dynamic distribution environment.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Requires demonstrated computer skills, working knowledge of the WMS as well as an aptitude to keep current with new electronic information systems.
• Competency and confidence in utilizing MS Office Excel, Outlook, Word, and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Organize and execute the distribution center’s workload by shift to ensure on-time, in-full completion of all orders to customers.
• Recognizes, recommends, and implements ways to delegate work, leverage manpower, maximize efficiency, and resolve/troubleshoot problems that arise to ensure productivity levels are not disrupted throughout the shift during peak and non-peak packing timeframes.
• Coordinates and monitors the shift’s operations to include inbound, outbound, tint specials, replenishment, etc., and reviews daily performance reports in compliance with KPI Metrics.
• Reviews and resolves shipping errors and develops strategies to minimize them.
• Utilizes 5S and Continuous Improvement methodology to identify, implement, and sustain process improvements.
• Oversees quality and cleanliness of the work areas and equipment based on warehouse checklist and ensures all equipment is accounted for daily such as RF scanners, MHE etc.
• Assists in the development and employee training on standard work instructions (SWI).
• Facilitates daily Gemba walks, stand-up meetings, and shift change meetings.
• Opens and closes the facility daily as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

WMS

MS Office (Excel/Outlook/Word)

SAP

Job description

Benjamin Moore & Co. in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a Warehouse Shift Supervisor to organize and execute the distribution center’s workload by shift, ensuring on-time and in-full order fulfillment and safe operation.

You will lead process improvements, oversee inbound/outbound flow, coordinate with management on escalations, monitor KPIs, and mentor staff in standard work while maintaining 5S and equipment safety.