DC Supervisor

Distribution Supervisor 

CooperSurgical. Inc

Trumbull, CT

Job Summary 

Under general direction and guidance, leads all shift activities and assures the timely shipments of orders processing during respective shift utilizing warehouse management systems.  Prepares, monitors, records and reports information regarding shift performance and progress.  As necessary, covers other departments and overtime shifts in absence of resources.  Complete understanding of warehouse management systems, and distribution operations.        

You Will:

• Regularly leads and monitors employee’s performance to assure a smooth workflow and maximum productivity in a highly automated environment. Thorough training, coaching and experimentation help to design, seek approval and implement process and productivity enhancements. 
• Supervisor assures departmental adherence to Good Distribution Practices, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and ISO requirements. Also responsible to ensure SOP’s are up to date. 
• Uses critical thinking skills to account for fluctuations in volumes, systems issues and/or other variabilities in daily operation. 
• As required hires, discharges, evaluates and disciplines employees in accordance with current personnel policies. 
• Complete understanding of distribution workflows and distribution plans, participates in and is responsible for departmental planning regarding staffing, production supplies and inventories.  Orders and maintains all supply inventories related to the department. 
• Supervisor assures that all Material Handling Systems in the area are functional, working properly, and that all operators are properly trained in their use. 
• Interacts with other departments, including customer service, training, and management as required to expedite critical orders, track and seek resolution for distribution related issues. 
• As required, leads activities between shifts to insure a smooth and efficient product flow and adherence to picking and shipping schedules. 
• Assists in and/or initiates data collection activities designed to identify and report on distribution trends relating to efficiency and cost effectiveness. 
• Remains in communication with all levels of distribution management advising them of day to day activities.  Takes appropriates/immediate action to resolve any concerns or issues. 
• Supervisor is responsible for staffing, training, and employee relations to achieve picking and shipping goals, following SOP and ISO requirements.  Provides project, cost improvement, and leadership support while promoting a safe work environment.  
• Supervisor is responsible for reviewing and accurately reporting of Work Force Management (WFM) to employees and manager on a daily/weekly basis. 
• Establish and drive continuous improvement efforts to maximize efficiencies in the organization 

You Have:

• Leadership quality is a MUST.
• Intimate knowledge of warehouse/distribution/inventory procedures and practices in a fast paced high volume order fulfillment environment.
• Experience with Lean principles preferable.
• ISO 13485 knowledge helpful.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Able to lift and load cartons weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Experience with RF barcode technology a must.
• Flexible work schedule to support multiple-shift operation.

Cooper Surgical’s management team is committed to the development of and implementation of the quality management system and maintaining its effectiveness by communicating to the organization the importance of meeting customer as well as statutory and regulatory requirements. 

As an employee of CooperSurgical, you’ll receive an outstanding total compensation plan. As we believe your compensation goes beyond your paycheck, we offer a competitive salary, insurance coverage, 401(k), paid time off for vacation, personal, sick and holidays, as well as a wide range of other perks and benefits. Please visit us at www.coopersurgical.com to learn more about CooperSurgical and the benefits of becoming a member of our team. 

CooperSurgical is an equal employment opportunity employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity.  Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran