Launch Supervisor

ThyssenKrupp Supply Chain SVC; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Job summary

ThyssenKrupp Supply Chain SVC in Southfield, Michigan is looking for a Supervisor to lead a team, optimize productivity, and ensure safety protocols are followed. This role requires overseeing operations, managing staff training, and ensuring project deadlines are met. The candidate should have basic math skills, warehouse experience with forklifts, and leadership abilities.

The position involves significant travel across the US (up to 75%) and may include managing new product launches. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not mandatory. The company offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage a team and meet operational deadlines.
• Experience with safety protocols and conducting training sessions.
• Basic math skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee new product launches and ensure safety compliance.
• Conduct training for staff on safety protocols and new processes.
• Maintain a list of current projects and administrative duties.

Skills

Leadership skills

Warehouse experience

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of equipment and tolerances

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Forklift

CAD software

Job description

Company Overview

With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop – from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials – and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross‑channel, round‑the‑clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes “just‑in‑time” or “just‑in‑sequence.”

Job Summary

To coach and otherwise guide a team of employees to achieve optimum levels of productivity, quality and safety while meeting operational deadlines and budgets. This typically includes recruiting and hiring qualified employees and ensuring that they receive all necessary training and education. Additionally, the supervisor is responsible for maintaining a high‑performance work environment through appropriate goal setting, operating principles, communication and fair treatment of all employees. As necessary, the supervisor must take action to correct poor performance and poor behavior that puts the employee or team at risk or impacts the team’s ability to achieve its objectives.

Travel Requirements

This position will be traveling between sites across the US at least 75% of the time.

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee the launch of new products or processes in manufacturing and warehousing, ensuring timelines and objectives are met.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment for all employees, conduct regular safety audits and training.
• Conduct training sessions for staff on new equipment, processes and safety protocols to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Meet all production and distribution objectives and deadlines within the established budget.
• Maintain a working list of current projects and statuses; responsible for effective record keeping, filing and other administrative duties as required.
• Warehouse experience with forklift, packaging and measuring.
• Demonstrates the ability to understand equipment and tolerances from experience and successful past performance.
• Knowledge of 6S, good housekeeping and safety standards a plus.
• Understanding building layouts and being able to implement floor striping and signage based on a CAD design/layout.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to develop and refine manufacturing processes, ensuring optimal workflow and productivity.
• Maintain timely, effective and professional communications with all internal and external customers, contractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and present reports on launch progress, challenges and outcomes to management, offering insights for future projects.
• Having a working knowledge of CAD and how to operate a plus.
• Travel up to 75% nationally.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Basic math and reading skills obtained by a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate with plant manager, sales staff and warehouse personnel.
• Demonstrates the ability to understand equipment and tolerances from past experience and successful past performance.
• Warehouse experience with forklift, packing and measuring.
• Successful leadership and team building skills – even if from an unrelated business or non‑business organization.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2–3 years previous supervisory experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of metals handled in regard to proper staging, processing, packaging and shipping.
• First aid and CPR training.
• Exposure to labor relations, safety programs, ISO standards, lean practices and sales functions.

Compensation

60‑75k

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

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