Operations Supervisor

Premium-Guard-Incorporated; Hebron Estates (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Guard, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor to lead weekend warehouse activities in Kentucky. You will manage hourly staff, drive safety, quality, and productivity, and monitor KPIs to improve performance across the distribution center.

The role requires 3-5 years of management experience in distribution or manufacturing, strong leadership and planning skills, and proficiency with WMS and MS Office. Occasional overtime and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, business, or supply chain preferred.
• 3-5 years of management experience in distribution or manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, planning and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of all Operations hourly warehouse employees.
• Develop, mentor, and monitor their performance and growth.
• Identify and drive opportunities for continuous improvements in safety, quality, service and productivity.
• Monitor, review and submit daily and weekly performance metrics for the DC including employee quality and productivity.
• Drive 5S, continuous improvement, and corrective actions as necessary.
• Prioritize resources to minimize overtime and maximize customer fulfillment.

Skills

Leadership

Training/Coaching

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Resource planning

English proficiency

Education

Bachelors in Ops/SCM

Tools

WMS software

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Who we are:Premium Guard, Inc, a privately held company, was established in 1996. We are a leading supplier of private label solutions in the automotive aftermarket. We have an exceptional commitment to performance, innovation, and partnership in the automotive aftermarket industry. Our focus is on designing, manufacturing and distributing products for automotive, diesel, power-sports and specialty filter markets.Key Responsibilities:The Distribution Center Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that staff are trained and equipped to meet customer needs. The DC Operations Supervisor must monitor the performance of the distribution systems, identify areas for improvement, and implement changes.**Weekend-only position. Employees work three 12-hour shifts each weekend (Friday-Sunday), totaling 36 hours per week.**Lead the day-to-day management of all Operations hourly warehouse employees.Develop, mentor, and monitor their performance and growth.Identify and drive opportunities for continuous improvements in safety, quality, service and productivity.Evaluate quality control procedures and develop ways to ensure continuous improvement in performanceDevelop, track, and improve critical KPI's for the operations and implement new methods, processes and key operational improvements.Monitor, review and submit daily and weekly performance metrics for the distribution center including employee quality and productivity.Drive SFM, 5S, and continuous improvement.Implement corrective actions as necessary.Prioritize available resources to minimize overtime and maximize customer fulfillment.Partner with leadership and Human Resources to create a positive and safe work environment.Maintain a clean, professional, and safe working environment including performing weekly inspections of the distribution center and grounds.Ensure the safe use of all warehouse equipment and daily or weekly inspection reports are completed and maintained.Strive to increase the sense of team and morale among warehouse employees.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in operations management, Business, or Supply Chain preferred.A minimum of 3-5 years of management experience in distribution or manufacturing environments.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrate strong leadership, teamwork, planning and organizational skills.Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop creative solutions.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various individuals and have a professional working proficiency in English.Ability to organize resources and establish priorities to support operations.Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel software applications.Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) to track operations and provide reports on key performance indicators.Ability to work various shifts, holidays or weekends when necessary.Must be able to walk/stand in a warehouse environment for extended periods of time and operate various powered industrial equipment.