Warehouse Operations Supervisor – Lean Six Sigma

Owens & Minor; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens & Minor is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain. You will lead a team, mentor staff, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets are met in a fast-paced environment.

Strong leadership, data analysis, and Lean Six Sigma knowledge are required, with experience in healthcare logistics preferred. This role is full-time and on-site at a distribution facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3 or more years of professional supply chain or warehouse operations experience with leadership capability.
• Knowledge of supply chain management, logistics, distribution, and warehouse management best practices.
• Ability to work fast within a matrix environment.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to coach and mentor teammates.
• Proven team-building skills and ability to motivate others.
• Proven ability to analyze and apply Continuous Improvement Methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise and support the operations team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs and analyze data to recommend process changes.
• Training and Development: Provide training and mentorship to teammates on continuous improvement tools.
• Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with company policies and safety standards.
• Manages teammate time, attendance, and schedules for assigned functional area.
• Provides proactive performance feedback and coaching to teammates.
• Oversees training and succession planning for assigned functions.
• Responsible for KPIs in Safety, Quality, Productivity and Turnover.
• Coordinates with Account Management, Transportation, CEC, and Corporate Operations as needed.
• Supports conversion of new customers at the DC to ensure successful implementation.
• Supervises adherence to SOPs/WIs for warehouse management and transportation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Process mapping

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Owens & Minor is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain. You will lead a team, mentor staff, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets are met in a fast-paced environment.

Strong leadership, data analysis, and Lean Six Sigma knowledge are required, with experience in healthcare logistics preferred. This role is full-time and on-site at a distribution facility.