Supervisor, Warehouse/Distribution

Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision

Dental

401K Match

PTO

Company Holidays

Job summary

HuFriedyGroup is seeking a Warehouse/Distribution Center Supervisor in Phoenix, AZ. You will supervise staff, ensure safe and timely receiving and shipping of finished goods, and coordinate supply chain activities with multiple departments to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes safety, 5S practices, and customer-focused service, with opportunities for growth and professional development within a leading dental instruments manufacturer.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three years supervisory experience in warehousing, international and domestic shipping/receiving.
• Experience with Quality Systems and SAP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and customer service abilities.
• Strong planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive finished goods and coordinate shipments to domestic customers and distributors.
• Direct daily operations and provide guidance to warehouse staff.
• Conduct performance reviews, salary adjustments, schedules, and training; address employee relations and conflicts.
• Maintain safe, orderly operations and promote 5S/safety culture.
• Lead safety audits, PPE usage, and incident investigations; implement safety improvements.
• Drive continuous improvements to reduce waste and boost productivity.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Collaboration skills

Strong customer service skills

Analytical and problem solving

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Planning and organization

Intermediate to advanced computer use

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Supervisor, Warehouse/Distribution

Manufacturing Operations Full-Time Exempt Employee Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, US

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Join Our Team at HuFriedyGroup – Innovating Excellence in Dental Instrument Manufacturing

HuFriedyGroup is a leading manufacturer of dental instruments and infection prevention products. Our 10,000-plus products, hand-crafted by highly skilled artisans, are known for their precision, performance, longevity, reliability, and quality. To help dental professionals be The Best in Practice, HuFriedyGroup provides a unique combination of world class products, value-added services, clinical education, and dental community platforms that result in superior clinician performance and enhanced safety for dental professionals and their patients. Working at HuFriedyGroup is so much more than a job, as every employee has a part in driving and supporting the organization’s inspirational vision to be a global force in advancing dental performance through Best-In-Practice dentistry that improves lives around the world.

Position Summary

As a Warehouse/Distribution Center Supervisor, you will supervise staff and ensure safe, timely, cost-effective receiving, and shipping of finished goods. You will also ensure a high level of customer service and satisfaction by coordinating supply chain activities across the Manufacturing, Planning, and Sourcing departments, maintaining appropriate and accurate recording keeping and data management systems, and will act as an effective liaison with transportation providers and internal and external customers.

• Healthcare
• Vision
• Dental
• 401K Match
• PTO
• Company Holidays

Duties

• Responsible for receipt of finished goods and shipments to domestic customers and distributors.
• Coordinate activities and provide direction to employees in charge of daily operations.
• Screens and selects qualified individuals for positions, conducts performance reviews, determines salary adjustments, work schedules, promotions, training, and effectively addresses employee relations situations and manages conflict.
• Establish, maintain, and promote positive employee relations, while maintaining productivity, attendance, and general order required for an efficient operation.
• Facilitates a safety culture, performs safety audits to ensure proper use and condition of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), machines, and safeguards, trains individuals on safety procedures and expectations, leads investigations of near misses / incidents and facilitates the implementation of safety and ergonomics improvements.
• Challenges current state, seeking opportunities to make incremental improvements daily and identifying solutions to remove waste from production activities.
• Drives optimum employee performance, talent, and talent development. Provides growth, training, and development opportunities to employees. Drives results through effective coaching, counseling of staff and setting meaningful and measurable goals.
• Evaluates performance and escalates needs through proper management and coaching of team members in relation to SQDC board meetings and daily standard reports (daily production, material requirements, etc.).
• Develop and/or maintain the required material handling procedures and work instructions for the department.
• Ensure required daily distribution requirements are aligned with Customer requirements.
• Maintain and supervise appropriate inventory record keeping. Provide input for warehouse design and logistics.
• Responsible for proper operation of equipment, including the training and instruction of operators on equipment use, and the requisitioning of needed equipment maintenance. Ensure equipment is maintained in a clean working order.
• Work with cross functional groups to ensure traffic between warehouse points and customers is coordinated and managed optimally.
• Ensure efficient traffic management feedback to Manager/Director regarding performance of carriers.
• Coordinate and lead special projects affecting domestic warehouse operations.
• Assist in maintaining 5S/SQDC boards and implement Lean initiatives to improve productivity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience

• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience in warehousing, international and domestic transportation, and shipping/receiving.
• Minimum five (5) years supervisory experience in warehousing, international and domestic transportation, and shipping/receiving in lieu of degree.
• Experience with Quality Systems and SAP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Collaboration skills to build relationships
• Strong customer service skills with internal and external customers
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple skills
• Strong planning and organization skills
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility Statement

HuFriedyGroup is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position, participate in the recruitment process, or perform essential job functions, please contact us at 773-868-5534. We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey with HuFriedyGroup!