Shipping/Receiving Supervisor

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA, Inc.; Vanport Township (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA, Inc. is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Supervisor to lead a team responsible for all inbound and outbound shipments on the warehouse floor.

You will guide activities, ensure accuracy and quality, and manage training and performance with emphasis on safety, deadlines, and budget alignment. Responsibilities include hiring, coaching, and disciplinary actions, coordinating work priorities, and maintaining professional communications with internal and external customers and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; basic math and reading skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to communicate with staff.
• Warehouse experience with forklift, packing, and measuring.
• Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
• Safety mindset and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise workers in preparation of shipments and ensure accuracy and condition.
• Oversee safe packaging and determine shipping priorities.
• Review shipping documents to meet schedules and priorities.
• Hire, train, coach, and perform performance reviews.
• Coordinate, assign, and review work and enforce safety policies.
• Maintain records and communicate with customers and suppliers.
• Report accidents and monitor conditions; take corrective action.

Skills

Basic math

Basic reading

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Team building

Communication

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Forklift equipment

Measuring tools

Packing equipment

Job description

Job SummaryTo coach and otherwise guide a team of employees involved in all aspects of shipping and receiving functions as defined by the organization, achieving optimum levels of quality and productivity while meeting operational deadlines and budgets. This typically includes recruiting and hiring qualified employees and ensuring that they receive all necessary training and education. Additionally, the supervisor is responsible for maintaining a motivational work environment through appropriate goal-setting, operating principles, communication, and fair treatment of all employees. As necessary, the supervisor must take action to correct poor performance and/or poor behavior that puts the employee or team at risk or impacts the team’s ability to achieve its objectives.Job DescriptionKey Accountabilities:Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in preparation of all incoming and outgoing shipments; ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of all incoming/outgoing shipmentsOversees safe and reliable packaging of all outgoing shipmentsReview shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.Reviews all international shipment documentation to ensure it is compliant to applicable standardsHire qualified personnel and ensure they receive all necessary training.Teach, coach and demonstrate work activities for team members.Responsible for conducting performance reviews and disciplinary actions of employees.Responsible for coordinating, assigning, and reviewing workDirect staff on priority of work to be accomplishedAccountable for ensuring that all team members receive required instruction in safety procedures, proper use of equipment, performance standards, disciplinary processes and other workplace/company policies and practices.Maintain timely, effective, and professional communications with all internal and external customers and suppliersResponsible for effective record keeping, filing and other administrative duties as required.Responsible for reporting any accidents or incidents that occur within the designated facility (on or off site). Accident or incident reports must be completed by the supervisor immediately when such event occurs and forwarded directly to the Operations Manager within 24 hoursMonitor working conditions regularly to ensure the safety of all team members. Take timely corrective action as required and disciplinary action as necessary.Apply problem solving techniques to ensure all personnel and quality issues are resolved in a timely manner (examples: 8D; 5 Why; Kaizen Newsletters)Other duties assigned by the Operations Manager or Plant ManagerThis is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery.Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes/CompetenciesThe above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.This position has been identified as “safety sensitive” by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly, any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal, state, and local laws.Qualifications:Minimum Requirements:Basic math and reading skills obtained by a high school diploma or equivalent.Must have basic computer skills.Interpersonal skills to communicate with plant manager, sales staff, and plant personnel.Demonstrates the ability to understand equipment and tolerances from past experience and successful past performance.Warehouse experience with forklift, packing and measuring.Demonstrates successful leadership and team building skills – even if from an unrelated business or non-business organization.Safety MindsetPreferred Requirements:Bachelor's degree preferred.2-3 years previous supervisory experience in a related field.Has some knowledge of metals handled in regard to proper staging, processing, packaging, and shippingFirst aid and CPR trainingExposure to labor relations, safety programs, ISO standards, and lean practicesJob CompensationUp to $29/hrBenefits OverviewWe offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:Medical, Dental, Vision InsuranceLife Insurance and DisabilityVoluntary Wellness Programs401(k) or RRSP programs with Company MatchPaid Vacation and HolidaysTuition ReimbursementAnd more!Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. 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