SORTATION Supervisor

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 97,997,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande Industries GmbH is seeking an On-Site Installation Lead to coordinate the installation of SORTATION equipment on large projects. You will manage subcontractor teams, ensure safety, and drive the installation plan from start to handover.

The role requires 5+ years in similar projects, ability to travel up to 100%, and readiness to work 7 days when needed. You will report to the Site Manager and collaborate with mechanical/electrical supervisors to execute project milestones while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in medium to large projects.
• Must be able to obtain necessary badges (e.g., TSA) for airports.
• OSHA 30 certification and safety awareness required.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and engineering specifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site installation activities for SORTATION equipment.
• Create and maintain installation and logistics plans and schedules.
• Lead installation teams and delegate responsibilities.
• Ensure safe working environment and quality checks during installation.
• Organize site activities and manage costs within budgets.
• Support commissioning during testing and handover to customer.

Skills

On-site installation

Project coordination

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Reading blueprints

MS Office

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Do you like to be part of major projects within Vanderlande? Are you excited to coordinate the installation of high end and project crucial Sortation equipment within the immense Amazon projects? Then we invite you to keep on reading!

Your role

In this role you will be at the point of contact for the On-Site Vanderlande and Subcontractor team and your role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless execution of the SORTATION equipment, from training, start to completion.

You will be part of the On-Site Vanderlande Installation team and manage the subcontracted scope of work, while they are engaged in the construction, installation, testing, and commissioning ofSORTATION Equipment.

You will report to the Site Manager and collaborate with Mechanical and Electrical Supervisors with whom you are ultimately responsible for the project execution.

Key responsibilities:

Responsible for on-site installation activities of the Cross-sorter EQ on complexprojects

Create a safe working environment during the whole project phase

Creates the SORTATION “installation” plan logistic plan and time schedule

Leadsthe preparation of the start-up of the installation of the SORTATION equipment

Delegate responsibility of the installation towards installation teams

Check ahead on scheduled activities to prevent inefficiency

Work according to the process map and manuals

Perform quality checks on installation and the processes

Provide proper feedback about progress and status

Create and support a high-quality hand over to commissioning

Support commissioning during the testing phase

Organize all site related activities for the SORTATION scope until handover to customer

Manage all scope related costs and work within the budgets

What we find important in this job:

You are entrepreneurial and embrace the learner and player mindset, you combine an analytical & strategical approach with a continuous improvement mindset.

You are proactive and constructive and a real problem solver, we are looking for someone who values:

A safe working environment and a sense of belonging;

High-performance culture;

Leadership and Team Development, managing a multi-cultural team;

Constructive behavior and effective communication;

Assuring quality of installation.

Executing projects means you will be working remote, as you are in the lead and an example for others, a proven track record is required;

Technical education and experience in the industry;

5 years of relevant working experience in medium to large projects;

Knowledge of Material Handling equipment;

Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days, as needed

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Able to obtain necessary badging required for all project assignments, such as TSA badging to work on Airports

Knowledge of Microsoft office software

Ability to read blueprints, schematic drawings and engineering specifications, and understand how to read and interpret technical manuals in order to determine work procedures

OSHA 30

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 40 plus hours a week, overtime is paid after 40 hours. Must be willing to work 7 days a week with paid overtime.

Travel:

This position may require up to 100% travel.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment/physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

Substantial to extensive amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, and lifting

Will talk and hear to communicate

Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools.

May require picking up, lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50lbs.

Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work from platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements

Working in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE

Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration and high noise levels

Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather steel-toed work boots

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Hourly rate: $34.20- $38.00

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, eligible to receive an hourly rate and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The salary range listed represents the maximum and minimum starting base pay for this position as of the time of posting. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.