Logistics Supervisor (Swing shift) - Buffalo, NY

General Mills Operations, LLC.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills in Buffalo is seeking a Logistics Supervisor (Team Lead) to provide logistics leadership for a world-class operation. The role supervises the cereal warehouse team across shifts and partners with union staff to ensure safe, high‑quality production of Cheerios, Lucky Charms and Chex.

The position requires 1–3 years in logistics/manufacturing, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple demands and change.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years logistics and/or manufacturing experience.
• Experience with warehouse inventory management systems.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and listening skills.
• Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity, and change.
• Demonstrated understanding of technology and providing solutions to technical challenges.
• Strong conceptual skills and ability to implement change.
• Mature approach to challenging situations and environments.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Flexibility to work off shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Educate, develop, and motivate a material handling work group to achieve results, improving individual technical skills and enabling collaboration across boundaries
• Identify, initiate, and lead safety improvement initiatives.
• Address safety concerns immediately
• Provide business leadership which demonstrates commitment to department and plant goals on a day‑to‑day basis—commitment to results
• Effectively conduct team meetings to communicate organizational and policy changes
• Support raw material and finished goods cycle count program
• Establish and sustain sound relationships with all employees to foster an environment where innovative methods are used to involve others in creative solutions to issues
• Provide business leadership which demonstrates commitment to department and plant objectives on a day‑to‑day basis
• Facilitate, coach, counsel, and guide the work group to ensure that they can deliver results year over year using continuous improvement tools and strategies

Skills

Logistics experience

Inventory systems

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Technical aptitude

Change management

Maturity

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Logistics Supervisor (Team Lead) will provide logistics leadership to deliver a world-class operation. Team Leaders lead, motivate, and develop employees to achieve outstanding manufacturing results, while leveraging Continuous Improvement tools, improving individual skills, and enhancing teamwork. The Logistics Team Leader will provide daily supervision of the Cereal warehouse team. The Buffalo Cereal Warehouse consists of 42 production employees across all shifts, a shipping/receiving office, 24 Automated Guided Vehicles and management of the inbound and outbound flow of raw and finished Cheerios, Lucky Charms and Chex products. Buffalo is a multi-platform union facility with over 400 employees leading the safe, high-quality production of a wide range of products. This position will play a critical role in leading a safe and quality work environment. This position will work 8-hour shifts, rotating on a weekly basis – days (7a\-3p) and afternoons (3p\-11p). Flexibility to work all three shifts for training and gap coverage will be required. To learn more about our Buffalo plant and surrounding area click here!

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Educate, develop, and motivate a material handling work group to achieve results, improving individual technical skills and enabling collaboration across boundaries
• Identify, initiate, and lead safety improvement initiatives.
• Address safety concerns immediately
• Provide business leadership which demonstrates commitment to department and plant goals on a day‑to‑day basis—commitment to results
• Effectively conduct team meetings to communicate organizational and policy changes
• Support raw material and finished goods cycle count program
• Establish and sustain sound relationships with all employees to foster an environment where innovative methods are used to involve others in creative solutions to issues
• Provide business leadership which demonstrates commitment to department and plant objectives on a day‑to‑day basis
• Facilitate, coach, counsel, and guide the work group to ensure that they can deliver results year over year using continuous improvement tools and strategies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-3 years logistics and\/or manufacturing experience
• Experience with warehouse inventory management systems
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication and listening skills
• Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity, and change
• Demonstrated understanding of technology and providing solutions to technical challenges
• Strong conceptual skills and ability to implement change
• Mature approach to challenging situations and environments
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Flexibility to work off shifts, weekends, and holidays as required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is: $71,300 - $107,000 Annual

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well‑being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

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