First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand

Trade College; Maine; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Maine is seeking a Material Movers Supervisor to oversee the operations of laborers and ensure adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate should possess strong active listening and problem-solving skills, with experience in managing personnel resources. This role includes evaluating staff performance and conducting training. The position plays a crucial role in maintaining an efficient and safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of helpers and laborers.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Assess staff training needs and provide instruction.
• Evaluate employee performance and conduct appraisals.
• Hold staff meetings for information dissemination.

Skills

Active Listening

Speaking

Critical Thinking

Coordination

Management of Personnel Resources

Complex Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Oracle software

Warehouse management system WMS

Job description

Overview

Job Description: Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of helpers, laborers, or material movers.

Responsibilities

• Review work throughout the work process and at completion to ensure that it has been performed properly.
• Maintain a safe working environment by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
• Perform the same work duties as those supervised or perform more difficult or skilled tasks or assist in their performance.
• Assess training needs of staff and arrange for or provide appropriate instruction.
• Evaluate employee performance and prepare performance appraisals.
• Conduct staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics, such as safety.

Skills Needed to be a Material Movers Supervisor

Material Movers Supervisors state the following job skills are important in their day-to-day work.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Coordination: Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.

Management of Personnel Resources: Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Types of Material Movers Supervisor

• Material Handling Warehouse Supervisor
• Agency Operator

Are There Job Opportunities for Material Movers Supervisors?

There were about 184,400 jobs for Material Movers Supervisor in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 8.5% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 15,700 new jobs for Material Movers Supervisor by 2026. There will be an estimated 21,000 positions for Material Movers Supervisor per year.

The states with the most job growth for Material Movers Supervisor are Utah, Nevada, and South Carolina. Watch out if you plan on working in Maine, District of Columbia, or Alaska. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

What Tools do Material Movers Supervisors Use?

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Material Movers Supervisors:

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Access
• Word processing software
• SAP
• Oracle software
• Enterprise resource planning ERP software
• Corel WordPerfect
• Inventory control software
• Warehouse management system WMS
• Sage ERP Accpac
• Time and attendance software

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