Operations Supervisor

Jobtailor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Houston, TX is seeking a logistics supervisor to manage daily inbound/outbound activities, product slotting, and customer communication. The role requires coordinating staff, planning schedules, and training new hires to meet productivity and service goals.

The candidate should have 3 years in logistics, 1 year in supervision, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, RF scanners, and WMS systems. Forklift know-how and MHE-related certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in a logistics/distribution environment.
• 1 year experience in a supervisory role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• RF Scanners and WMS experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervising labor management and planning inbound, outbound, product slotting and customer communications daily.
• Conducting staff meetings to review daily/weekly work activities.
• Managing operations to meet productivity and service goals.
• Ensuring development of systems and procedures for managing operations.
• Planning daily work schedule by reviewing orders and instructions from customers.
• Training new staff in assigned duties.

Job description

• Supervising labor management and planning of inbound, outbound, Product slotting and customer communication activities daily
• Conducting staff meetings to review daily/weekly work activities
• Managing operations to meet prescribed productivity and service goals
• Ensuring development of systems and procedures for managing operations
• Complying with terms outlined in the site's operating agreement
• Managing operations to achieve prescribed objectives
• Providing direction and support to Human Resources
• Planning daily work schedule by reviewing existing work orders, arrival notices, and instructions from customers
• Training new staff in assigned duties
• Keeping informed of quantity and quality of jobs being performed throughout the day

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 years’ experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment
• 1 year experience in a supervisory role
• Prior MHE certification / knowledge of basic MHE operation preferred
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• RF Scanners and WMS functions experience
• Strong attention to detail accuracy and accomplish job tasks in a timely manner
• Good organizational and personnel skills
• Good communication skills, written and oral
• Good leadership, supervision, and planning skills
• Must be able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by the operation.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong leadership and supervisory skills in logistics and distribution environments, with a focus on operational efficiency, staff training, and compliance with operational agreements. Proficient in managing daily activities, ensuring productivity, and utilizing tools such as RF Scanners and WMS.