Logistics Operations Supervisor II - 2nd Shift

dtna; Mount Holly (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k company contribution with company

4 weeks paid vacation

8 calendar holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Healthcare plans

Tuition assistance

Volunteer paid time off

Disability plans

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America in Mount Holly, NC is seeking a responsible Supervisor to oversee the plant logistics workflow. You will coach, solve problems, and act as a link between team members and upper management while driving continuous improvement.

This onsite role offers a starting salary of $95,000 to $121,000 USD, with bonus, 401k company contribution, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, healthcare, tuition assistance, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Business Operations, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Associate Degree with 4 years leadership experience in a high-volume setting.
• 3 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using Business Information tools to optimize team performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead inbound and outbound logistical operations, including inventory management and warehousing.
• Administers an effective inventory control system for production assembly parts.
• Control the commercial impact (overtime, costs) of activities from receiving to delivery and optimize inventory levels.
• Plan and allocate manpower to support logistics delivery requirements.
• Maintain a safe working environment and promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor performance metrics and identify gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop team competencies and Training Matrix strategy with Team Leaders.
• Lead CI tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, PDCA, and Gemba walks to tackle operational challenges.
• Ensure Logistics Lean Conformity objectives are met and improvement actions are in place.
• Support the development of the Mt. Holly Plant strategic plan.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

BS/BA in Business Operations, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field

Associate Degree with 4 years leadership experience

Tools

Excel

MS Outlook

Business Information tools

Job description

Inside the Role We are looking for a responsible Supervisor to oversee the plant logistics workflow at our Mount Holly Truck Plant. The ideal candidate will not just be someone who supervises the work of others, but will excel in coaching, problem solving and serving as a link between team members and upper management. If you are inspired by continuous improvement and developing amazing people while building the world's best trucks, then this job is you!

Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $95,000 - $121,000 USDPay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6 % as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 1 5 calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans .

What You Drive at DTNA:

• Lead inbound and outbound logistical operations, including inventory management, warehousing and transportation to ensure sufficient supply of goods and products to all plant and external customers
• Administers an effective system that meets the organization's inventory control needs for production assembly parts
• Control the commercial impact (team overtime, variable costs, supplier charge-backs) of the complete range of activities from receiving, warehouse stocking, delivery to Point of Use, and optimizing inventory levels
• Responsible for planning and allocating manpower to support assigned Logistics part delivery requirements
• Maintain a safe working environment by proactively identifying hazards and enforcing safety protocols and promote a strong safety culture through coaching, reinforcement, and accountability.
• Monitor, track, and analyze performance indicators across all SQDCME categories. Conduct daily reviews of metric trends to identify gaps, emerging issues, and opportunities for stabilization or improvement.
• Develop team member competencies, ensuring Training Matrix strategy supports team performance together with Team Leaders and Employees
• Lead use of CI tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, PDCA, Gemba walks, and process mapping to address performance/part delivery gaps and facilitate small group CI events (kaizen) to tackle targeted operational challenges.
• Ensure Logistics Lean Conformity objectives are met, and resulting TOS continuous improvement actions are in place to address gaps
• Support the development of the Mt. Holly Plant strategic plan

Knowledge You Should Bring:

• BS/BA in Business Operations, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field or Associate Degree and 4 years relevant experience leading teams of people in a high volume manufacturing or logistics setting OR 6 years of experience leading teams of people in a high volume manufacturing or logistics setting in lieu of a degree.
• 3 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using Business Information tools to optimize team performance.
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skill.
• Microsoft office / Microsoft Outlook, Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Outstanding collaboration skills, a flexible and friendly approach to working in teams, and the attitude to strive for ideal results.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have:

• 4+ Years of Leading Teams, including Performance Management
• Experience Leading Teams in Union Production Environment (UAW)
• Kronos or other Time & Attendance System Experience
• DTNA Shoptech Experience and/or IMS Experience

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Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Mount Holly, NC US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type: Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for al