Job Description
Job Overview:
Title | Warehouse Supervisor |
Department(s) | Tolleson, AZ Warehouse |
Reports to | Distribution Manger |
Working Hours: 07:30 AM – 04:30 PM, 1 hour lunch
Job Summary/Objective of Job
The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, including the shipping, receiving and material handling departments. A qualified candidate will assign work to team members, provide adequate training, and ensure that productivity, accuracy and efficiency metrics are met.
Summary of Essential Job Functions
- Motivate, inspire, direct and discipline warehouse employees in order to match daily demand and achieve production, accuracy and efficiency metrics
- Set and communicate the vision of each department of the warehouse, including how said vision ties into overall vision of Valley Truck Parts
- Work with cross-functional departments to streamline processes as it relates to inventory, shipping, delivery and order picking
- Properly and effectively train and cross train warehouse employees on job duties to ensure proper coverage in event of absences
- Coordinate and lead meetings and ensure timely communication with employees on various topics (i.e. 03’s, procedure changes, HR programs, new initiatives, etc.)
- Research, develop and implement improvement strategies and/or processes to control costs on labor and/or supplies
- Partner closely with purchasing to ensure adequate stock levels while keeping inventory at a minimum
- Create and maintain out work orders, change overs, transfer orders, and other warehouse-related paperwork
- Locate lost inventory and use root cause analysis to determine the cause of loss and correct
- Maintain specific process regarding bearing kit inventory, ensuring inventory is corrected as needed
- Lead team members to ensure end-of-night shipping and transfer process is completed properly each day
- Maintain Warehouse-related Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) or Desired Outcomes
- Ensure the health, safety, cleanliness and security of the work environment
- Support each warehouse department and fill in with day-to-day activities, as needed
- Direct daily scheduling for multi-site deliveries, leveraging TMS and real-time telematics data to maximize on-time performance and asset utilization while holding
Light Assembly & Change-Over Responsibilities
- Perform front- and rear-cap change-overs on Spicer® mid-range units: remove caps, install new gaskets or RTV sealant, replace seals and bearing races, and torque fasteners to spec.
- Execute front-cap swaps on Eaton FS series transmissions, ensuring new gasket, seal, bearing race, Loctite®, and final torque verification.
- Carry out rear-cap change-overs on Eaton FS series transmissions, including shift-cover removal, shim stack setup, and dial-indicator end-play adjustment to 0.006″–0.010″.
- Complete input-shaft changes that require snap-ring removal/installation and bearing replacement.
- Proficient with impact drivers, calibrated torque wrenches, snap-ring pliers, seal & bearing installers, and dial indicators.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Can-do attitude in the face of change
- Strong ability to inspire followership
- Demonstrated ability to motivate, inspire, train and discipline others
- Forklift certification or the ability to obtain
- Basic math and computer skills; Microsoft Excel skills preferred
- Ability to remain results-focused in a fast-paced environment
Performance Metrics
- Leadership
- Vision
- Metric development & execution
Physical Demands
- Lifting and Carrying: Frequently lifting and carrying items, often weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
- Standing and Walking: Prolonged periods of standing and walking, sometimes on uneven surfaces.
- Pushing and Pulling: Pushing and pulling carts or hand trucks loaded with goods.
- Bending and Stooping: Regularly bending, stooping, and kneeling to load and unload items.
- Driving: Long hours of driving, which can be physically tiring.
- Reaching: Reaching overhead and at shoulder level to handle packages.
- Climbing: Occasionally climbing in and out of the delivery vehicle.
Travel
N/A
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
