Distribution Supervisor - 2nd Shift

DSJ Global; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a 2nd Shift Distribution Supervisor to lead warehouse fulfillment operations in Livonia, MI. You will plan, direct, and coordinate daily activities, formulating policies and managing staffing and resources to meet targets.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of supervisory experience, along with strong English communication and MS Office skills. You will monitor safety, drive process improvements, and work with accounting on invoices and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Industrial Management, or a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience as a warehouse team leader or supervisor required.
• General fluency in English required, verbal and written.
• Intermediate computer literacy; MS Office knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate fulfillment operations of the branch.
• Formulate policies, manage daily operations, and plan use of materials and human resources.
• Oversee warehouse departments such as receiving, forklift operations, and inventory.
• Ensure safety policies are followed and equipment is operated safely.
• Provide reporting to management and develop annual budget for the warehouse.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Industrial Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A leading company in the packaging space is seeking a 2nd Shift Distribution Supervisor to join its distribution operations.

As the Distribution Supervisor, you will plan, direct, and coordinate the fulfillment operations of the branch. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Responsible for the operations within the warehouse, which may include the following departments or employees: receiving, forklift operations, and inventory.
• Responsible for all phases of employment including interviewing, selecting, training, monitoring, disciplining, and terminating warehouse staff.
• Develop supervisors and team leaders to effectively oversee the daily routines of their assigned teams.
• Closely monitor compliance with all safety policies and operation of equipment.
• Research, recommend, and implement appropriate equipment to ensure safe transport and storage of all products.
• Develop and maintain quality processes and measures to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee the completion of all required paperwork and data entry by the warehouse team.
• Work closely with accounting to resolve problems with invoices and billing.
• Partner with the Safety Director to continuously improve and enhance safety discipline, practices, and policies.
• Ensure materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures.
• Oversee the rotation of inventories within the warehouse, as needed.
• Monitor and measure warehouse performance and quality measures.
• Provide reporting to management as required.
• Develop and recommend an annual budget requirement for the warehouse, including staffing levels and justification for new or replacement material handling equipment.
• Adjust staffing levels to meet peak customer demand.
• Keep the warehouse accessible and safe for branch staff and visitors.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Industrial Management, or a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience as a warehouse team leader or supervisor required.
• General fluency in English required, verbal and written.
• Intermediate computer literacy required; preferred knowledge of MS Office.