Superintendent

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The primary role of a Warehouse Superintendent is to oversee the day-to-day operation of a Parts Distribution Center. Superintendent is expected to work closely with Plant Manager to ensure the following:

Responsible for managing all operations:

• Inbound, outbound, claims processing, building maintenance
• Delivering objectives including but not limited to:
• Building safety, positive UAW relationships, error rate, denial rate, inventory accuracy
• Overtime percentage, absenteeism, vacation scheduling, grid time, on time delivery, ISO 14001 environmental responsibilities, LPMH, process adherence/improvement, Accountability, customer satisfaction, accurate application of the Ford-UAW national and local contracts
• Supervision/training of GSR 6/7 staff and supervisors, overall building organization and cleanliness, grievance resolution, willingness to work ALL shifts as required
• Cover crews in supervisor's absence
• Attend, facilitate, and submit proper documentation for crew meetings
• Prepare/maintain work related records as needed
• Schedule manpower (including overtime and vacation)

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Work in close alignment with the Regional Manager and Plant Manager to drive the consistent and timely execution of warehouse tasks and performance metrics
• Effectively manage warehouse deadlines and timelines, demonstrating adaptability in the face of planned and unplanned complexities
• Manage depot budgets, inventory management, facility management, and liaison for all external partners
• Supervise and develop material control supervisors
• Champion and lead quality continuous improvement initiatives toward best-in-class performance
• Deliver objectives related to safety, quality, efficiency, absenteeism, inventory accuracy and cost
• Responsible for all operations metrics including lost time incidents, error rate, denials, inbound cycle time, inventory accuracy, grid times, and on-time delivery
• Maintain a consistent and positive working relationship with UAW employees and committee

The operation hours are 10:30am - 8:30pm, with overtime as applicable. Must have the ability to work overtime/adjust schedule as required, as the business indicates. This is an onsite position that will require shift flexibility including the ability to work all hours, including nights, weekends and holidays at Lakeland HVC.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3-5 years of experience within a plant or warehouse environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to ensure accountability from all employees
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate employees (Hourly & Salaried)
• Working knowledge of Windows programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access etc.)
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn current systems (SAP/EWM)
• Ability to interpret data, evaluate actions, and reach logical conclusions independently
• Goal oriented and continuous Improvement mindset with a focus on quality and reduced costs

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.