Logistics Supervisor

Avature; Richburg (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Supervisor to lead operations at their Float Glass Facility in Richburg. This role is pivotal in managing performance, ensuring safety, and optimizing logistics processes. You will supervise a dedicated team, oversee daily operations, and implement continuous improvement strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory skills, a solid understanding of logistics, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join a company that values diversity and empowers its employees to thrive while making a significant impact in the glass manufacturing industry.

Benefits

Health and Wellness Resources

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory experience in logistics or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with inventory control and logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise equipment drivers and oversee warehouse operations.
• Implement continuous improvement processes using lean methodologies.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Logistics Management

Inventory Control

Communication Skills

Lean Methodologies

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree or Higher

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Warehouse Management Software

Job description

Guardian Glass is seeking a Logistics Supervisor to support our Float Glass Facility in Richburg, SC. This role is responsible for supervising hourly equipment drivers, supporting plant assets, and overseeing warehouse operations.

The position requires working rotating 8-hour shifts (days/afternoons/nights) and includes weekend and holiday availability as needed.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage individual performance through vision setting, one-on-one coaching, and performance feedback.
• Oversee daily truck and load planning to ensure smooth operations.
• Communicate effectively (written and verbal) and excel in organizing, planning, scheduling, and executing tasks.
• Prioritize the safety of all employees and visitors to the facility.
• Coach and mentor team members to achieve safety, quality, and logistics goals.
• Provide leadership in performance management and corrective actions for the assigned crew.
• Implement continuous improvement processes using lean methodologies to enhance plant performance.
• Collaborate with planning, third-party logistics, and customer service to optimize load requirements.
• Coordinate with the supply chain to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience (direct reports) in an industrial, warehouse, manufacturing/production, or military setting.
• Familiarity with inventory control processes.
• Experience in logistics, including scheduling/receiving deliveries and Less Than Truckload (LTL) operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and maintain accurate employee documentation.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Associate degree or higher.
• Knowledge of drop yard operations.
• Experience with warehouse cycle audits and inventory management systems.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with warehouse management software.
• Understanding of logistics, shipping, and receiving safety procedures.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Guardian Glass is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of float, value-added and fabricated glass products and solutions. We produce high-performance glass for architectural, residential, interior, transportation, and technical glass applications.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.