Logistics Supervisor 1st Shift - Fort Smith, AR

Hytrol Conveyor Company; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Supervisor for the 1st shift in Fort Smith. This role involves overseeing daily logistics operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in the shipping area. As a key leader, you will promote continuous improvement and foster strong employee relations. With a focus on lean principles, you will manage production requirements and enforce safety protocols. Join a dynamic team where your leadership skills and manufacturing expertise will make a significant impact on operational success and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily logistics, ensuring safety and productivity.
• Monitor inventory and provide direction to Team Leaders.

Skills

Team Leadership

Manufacturing Processes

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Manufacturing Software

Job description

Logistics Supervisor 1st Shift - Fort Smith, AR

6500 Jenny Lind Rd, Fort Smith, AR 72908, USA Req #190

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Welcome to Hytrol Careers

Overview

Join our team in Fort Smith as a Logistics Supervisor on 1st shift. In this role, you will facilitate the daily logistics of the shipping area(s), ensuring the highest standards in safety, quality, housekeeping, and productivity. You will play a key role in promoting continuous improvement, building strong employee relations, and driving efficiency throughout the plant.

Responsibilities

• Work with Team Leaders to ensure lean principles are applied to all areas
• Provide direction and support to Team Leaders
• Monitor inventory, expenditures, and manpower in accordance with area demands
• Seek input from employees on manufacturing processes and functional improvements through root cause analysis and collective actions while building strong employee relations
• Communicate production requirements to production team
• Provide direction and make job assignments as necessary to meet demands of workload
• Enforce company policies and safety rules, ensuring equipment is properly guarded and in good working condition
• Communicate with other departments within Hytrol to meet customer demand
• Work with Hytrol's Safety Department and Quality Department to ensure Hytrol delivers a quality product while maintaining the safety of Hytrol's employees

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment
• Proficiency in using manufacturing software and tools
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of safety protocols and OSHA regulations and ability to enforce standards and ensure compliance with regulations
• Ability to implement and maintain quality assurance standards
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives

Education

High school diploma or GED is required and Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

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• 6500 Jenny Lind Rd, Fort Smith, AR 72908, USA