Supervisor

Jobtailor; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking a supervisor to lead production associates in loading/unloading freight, oversee material accounting across systems, and supervise installation of server racks.

The role emphasizes safety, inventory control, and process improvements; you will coordinate cycle counts, replenishments, and collaborate with customers and site stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Generally preferred: 3–6 years’ experience in material handling operations.
• Solid interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Must be able to pass required background checks and clearances.
• Must be able to pass required drug and alcohol tests.
• Must be capable of performing all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise loading and unloading of freight.
• Oversee accounting for materials using multiple systems.
• Oversee assembly and installation of server racks and components.
• Organize cycle counts, inventory replenishments, and returns.
• Ensure safety measures protect personnel and property.
• Advise subordinates on work-related questions and problems.
• Monitor work and production areas for accuracy, neatness, and policy compliance.
• Recommend and implement documented procedure changes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Perform or assist subordinates with their duties.
• Maintain service level agreements using existing systems and tools.
• Ensure subordinates follow safety protocols and standards.
• Interact frequently with customers, peers, site stakeholders, and subordinates.

Skills

Material Handling Operations

Inventory Management

Safety Compliance

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Multiple Systems

Job description

• Supervise production associates performing loading and unloading of freight
• Oversee accounting for materials using multiple systems
• Oversee assembly and installation of server racks and components
• Organize and coordinate cycle counts, inventory replenishments, and material returns
• Ensure safety measures protect personnel and property
• Advise subordinates on work-related questions and problems
• Monitor work and production areas for accuracy, neatness, and policy compliance
• Recommend and implement documented procedure changes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety
• Perform or assist subordinates with their duties
• Maintain service level agreements using existing systems and tools
• Ensure subordinates follow safety protocols and standards
• Interact frequently with customers, peers, site stakeholders, and subordinates

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required
• Generally preferred: 3–6 years’ experience in material handling operations
• Solid interpersonal and analytical skills
• Must be able to pass required federal, state, local government, airport, or company background checks and clearances
• Must be able to pass required drug and alcohol tests
• Must be capable of performing all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in supervising material handling operations, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing inventory management processes. Proficient in coordinating team activities and implementing procedural improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Material Handling Operations
• Inventory Management
• Safety Compliance
• Interpersonal Skills
• Analytical Skills

Hard Skills

• Production Supervision
• Cycle Counts
• Inventory Replenishment
• Documented Procedure Changes
• Assembly and Installation of Server Racks

Soft Skills

• Team Coordination
• Problem Solving
• Customer Interaction

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Background Checks
• Drug and Alcohol Tests

Industry Keywords

• Freight Loading and Unloading
• Safety Protocols
• Service Level Agreements

Tools & Technologies

• Multiple Systems