Operation Supervisor

McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc.; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking an Operations Supervisor in Kentucky to help keep the distribution center running smoothly. You will plan, direct warehouse activities for night shifts, and ensure efficiency.

You will train and manage staff, monitor performance, control expenses, maintain safety, and communicate with partners daily. This role requires strong leadership, data‑driven decision making, and the ability to adapt in a fast‑paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of subject matter experience, including exhibiting leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and directing warehouse activities to ensure successful night shift operations.
• Assess and move labor as needed throughout the day.
• Assist with maintaining a positive morale, work standards, and developing teams.
• Assist with training and managing employee performance.
• Assist with reducing employee turnover / Assist with reducing overtime working hours.
• Complete end of shift systemic requirements.
• Clear communication to all relevant partners when daily expectations are not met.
• Direct all Bulk team members on assignments in order of picking priorities.
• Monitor and supervise Replenishment drivers and tasks.
• Secure the building on Friday evening, including setting the alarm system.
• Monthly Safety observations.
• Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
• Daily review of teams LMS productivity, including posting results & coaching as needed.
• Communication with others both internally/externally via e‑mail & phone.
• Setting clear expectations with the team and holding them accountable.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication skills

Multitasking

Data-driven decisions

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Power BI

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Schedule

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday OR Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday

Weekends and Wednesdays from 6:00am-4:30pm

Weekdays from 5:45am-6:15pm

Job Summary

As an Operations Supervisor on our team, you’ll be helping to keep our distribution center operating smoothly. From training to problem-solving to maintaining equipment, your work will help save lives.

• Specifically, we'll need you to: Assist in planning and directing operations
• Maintain high morale and work standards
• Train and manage your team
• Manage expenses according to budget
• Manage employee retention
• Minimize overtime hours
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping and equipment standards

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, organizing, and directing warehouse activities to ensure successful night shift operations.
• Assess and move labor as needed throughout the day
• Assist with maintaining a positive morale, work standards, and developing teams.
• Assist with training and managing employee performance.
• Assist with reducing employee turnover / Assist with reducing overtime working hours.
• Complete end of shift systemic requirements
• Clear communication to all relevant partners when daily expectations are not met
• Direct all Bulk team members on assignments in order of picking priorities.
• Monitor and supervise Replenishment drivers and tasks.
• Secure the building on Friday evening, including setting the alarm system.
• Monthly Safety observations
• Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
• Daily review of teams LMS productivity, including posting results & coaching as needed.
• Communication with others both internally/externally via e‑mail & phone
• Setting clear expectations with the team and holding them accountable.

Job Qualifications:

• 3+ years of subject matter experience, including exhibiting leadership capabilities.

Education:

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Critical Skills:

• Experience managing, leading, and developing staff.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent and effective business communication skills both verbal and in writing
• Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment preferred.
• Skilled in interviewing, coaching, evaluation, discipline, and record keeping.
• Focus on driving quality and process improvement.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and make strong business decisions.
• Demonstrated employee engagement skills.
• Extremely dependable and capable of working in a temperature-controlled environment

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Warehouse management systems experience preferred; experience in RF environment is a plus; experience with labor management system is a plus, and PowerBi
• Experience leading large teams.
• Ability to effectively interpret and analyze data to drive productivity.

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Our Base Pay Range for this position

$57,400 - $95,600

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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