Logistics Supervisor

NORD Gear Corporation is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of drive technology for mechanical and electrical solutions. With our continued growth and expansion, we are currently recruiting for a Logistics Supervisor to join our team on 1st shift!
Position: Logistics Supervisor
Location: Waunakee, WI
Summary: The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for the efficient and quality shipping of NORD products and parts using approved NORD methods and instructions in a safe, clean and well-organized work environment (5S). Also responsible for maintaining proper product flow through the shipping and logistics department and meeting the departments customers (external) needs; identifying waste, problems with product flow or other problems within the process and solving using lean techniques creating an environment of continuous improvement; proper training methods (JI) being utilized in the work area; maintaining adequate staffing and proper tools and equipment necessary to make sure work load can be done; understanding all equipment used in department, ensuring equipment is working properly and being used within manufacturers specifications and ensuring that all preventive maintenance is performed; maintaining a high percentage of on-time order shipments; creating a motivated workforce and a climate of inclusiveness; enforcing all company policies, procedures, and practices ISO, Human Resource, Safety or other.
The Logistics Supervisor will work very closely with the Paint and Pack Supervisor, collaborating daily to ensure product flow of finished goods through painting and packaging areas. The Logistics Supervisor will work upstream to monitor and coordinate goods through those areas to meet customer shipping needs. The Logistics Supervisor will fill in for the Paint and Pack Supervisor when needed to ensure the areas are properly managed.
Description:

• Maintain product flow throughout the day.
• Supervision of Logistic Department employees; Scanner, Logistics Coordinator and Traffic Coordinators, Inventory Support.
• Developing Logistics processes and writing Job Instructions.
• Monitor freight shipments: on-time deliveries, exception reports, carrier reweighs and processing freight claims.
• Monitor and verify freight rates and customer billing accuracy, including proper routing codes.
• Ensures proper training using JIs and development of employees assigned to department.
• Attend improvement walks and process audits.
• Coordinate 100% of international and domestics shipments, this includes finished goods and parts shipments.
• SAP utilization and participation in the improvement of the system.
• Attend the daily accountability meetings and action item resolution
• Safety & Cleanliness inspections and participation in Safety Committee. Along with ensuring all NORD safety policies are being followed in the department.
• Quality issue analysis (root cause- 5 Why), participation in Quality Meeting and Quality teams. Answer QNs in SAP.
• Maintain and procure all required assets for department to achieve goals in conjunction with IE department.
• Complete of all standard work procedures.
• Be an active participant in the companys suggestion, quality, efficiency and cost-saving programs!
• Manage high visibility, projects and priority order throughout the shop.
• Coordinate the training for all sit-down forklift certifications throughout the shop.
• Work with Sales on how we can improve customers experience in the logistics world.
• Provide freight quotes for customer proposals.
• Coordinate Maxxdrive Logistics: Formalize plan on supplies and equipment needed to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.
• Support the cycle count, ordering, and monitoring of the KanBan material used in Paint/Packaging/Logistics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. College degree or technical degree preferred.
• Experience: Prior supervisory experience required. Previous shipping, logistics, and/or paint department experience preferred.
• Skills and Key Attributes: Ability to supervise and train personnel. Have a strong understanding of packaging concepts and international and domestic shipping. Must have a strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Must be organized and highly motivated with a customer focused attitude and be willing to take owner ship of your department.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to stand for up to 10-12 hours per day.

Benefits:

• Competitive starting wage and rapid wage increases.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability.
• Company paid Life Insurance.
• Flex spending and health savings accounts.
• Paid vacation, sick and personal time.
• Paid holidays.
• 401k with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Job Type: Full-time