Shipping and Warehouse Supervisor

Ardagh Glass Ltd.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and eye

401(k) retirement plan

Short- and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Ardagh Glass Ltd. is seeking a Shipping and Warehouse Supervisor to oversee warehouse operations and ensure timely shipments. This role involves managing employee relations, coaching staff, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in distribution and strong skills in communication and problem-solving. Responsibilities also include utilizing tracking systems like SAP for optimal inventory management.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in distribution center or warehousing.
• Proficient communicator with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to problem solve and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the warehouse and shipments.
• Collaborate with health and safety team on safety programs.
• Manage direct reports, coaching and training employees.
• Utilize tracking systems for visibility on inventory.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

SAP

Warehouse management system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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The Shipping and Warehouse Supervisor works with customers, suppliers, and employees to meet requirements of on‑time deliveries without error or damage to shipments. This role also manages the day‑to‑day operations of the warehouse and shipments while supervising employees.

Responsibilities:

Collaborates with the health and safety team to administer an effective safety program

Lead quarterly cycle counts

Determine the best location for storing products to maximize space and convenience

Create outbound shipments based on forecasted need

Assign shipping and warehousing locations, coordinate shipping releases with customers and plant shipping employees, and adjust shipping schedules as needed

Maintain a clean and orderly warehouse

Manage direct reports by providing coaching, skills development opportunities, and cross‑functional training

Manage employee relations such as timesheet reviews and time off requests

Utilize class tracking systems (SAP, WMS, WM, AGV, etc.) to provide the company with maximum visibility and ability to make timely and informed decisions with finished goods inventory towards customer fulfilment

Comply with environmental and food safety standards as set forth in plant policies and programs within the departmental responsibilities

Minimum skills / qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Three (3) years of experience in the distribution center, warehousing, and shipping

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Previous experience with a warehouse management system

Proficient communicator and organizational skills

Ability to problem solve and work within a team environment

Proven ability to take initiative

Preferred skills / qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain, or a related field

Previous supervisory experience

Previous experience working with SAP

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.

Today, we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.

• Did you know that Ardagh produces many of the cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
• Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
• Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and has a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law. Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Kelly Molloy ([e-mail]) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.