Shift Supervisor in Phoenix, Arizona at Industrial Metal Supply Co

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Industrial Metal Supply (IMS) is a full-line metal service center that has served metal users since 1948. For 75 years, IMS has grown substantially throughout California and Arizona because of its reputation for extensive inventory, robust production capabilities, and exceptional customer service. As Shift Supervisor, the incumbent will proactively lead and direct warehouse floor personnel, monitor safety and work quality while ensuring associates receive proper training, and address facility and equipment maintenance issues.

The Second Shift Supervisor is responsible for leading, guiding, and directing warehouse floor personnel. Oversees and prioritizes daily warehouse operations while assisting the Warehouse Manager with process and procedure improvement activities.

Performs related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Responsible for developing, coaching, and mentoring team members for excellent performance. Provides direct leadership to production employees in value streams, including scheduling and assigning work, training employees, and ensuring safety and production quality requirements are met.
• Evaluates staffing needs, administers safety, communication, teambuilding, etc. These goals must be accomplished safely and effectively through utilization, development, and adherence to all IMS policies.
• Inspects department areas to ensure safety and cleanliness standards are in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and 6S Lean Manufacturing practices. Responsible for all safety issues affecting employees, including taking action to minimize risk of injury as needed.
• Ensures proper utilization of equipment, manpower, and materials to eliminate downtime, injuries, and/or scrap. Develops more efficient means to identify limiting factors of equipment, staffing, and materials to better utilize available resources and to maximize productivity.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment through daily walks, audits, surveillance checks, and following and enforcing standards and procedures.

• Consistently and continuously monitors and enforces safety policies.

• Ensures that equipment and tools are in good working order and the applicable maintenance checklist is both available for use as necessary and properly completed.

• Collaborates with the Warehouse Manager and teams to continuously evaluate the warehouse layout and material workflow, modifying it as necessary to increase throughput and productivity.

• Ensures that all warehouse activities meet or exceed the Company’s high-quality standards <1.5 RGA.
• Maintains control of production man-hours, reviews daily production plan to maintain and improve scheduled production levels of finished product for distribution.
• Develops and implements control systems, interprets information, and implements problem-solving actions and continuous improvement processes.

• Perseveres to achieve established goals associated with the strategies and processes assigned to the warehouse.

• Communicates Company goals and team and individual expectations to subordinates.

• Plans, monitors, and appraises work results while coaching, counseling, and correcting associate behavior.

• Assists with the technical support in the troubleshooting of all major equipment malfunctions.

• Implements and supports training programs in coordination with the Warehouse Manager to ensure that all associates possess and maintain the necessary skills to perform their duties safely and productively.

• Coordinates daily warehouse floor activities and delegates assignments to warehouse associates based on critical factors, including individual experience, abilities, knowledge, and the associate’s documented record of performance.

• Monitors and administers the compliance of warehouse floor personnel with work hours and rest and meal breaks in accordance with Company policy and state and federal employment regulations.

• Manages the housekeeping standards established for work areas, equipment, and shipping and receiving yards, coordinating cleanups when necessary.

• Manages non-labor warehouse supplies in accordance with established budget guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing production, current Good Manufacturing Practices, and other regulatory issues affecting manufacturing to ensure safety and cleanliness standards are maintained.

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to see, hear, speak, and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and/or other customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching and lifting of small objects, and operating office equipment. Travels as required on Company business.

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds without assistance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.

Industrial Metal Supply does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, employment status, disability or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local laws. AA/EOE

BENEFITS & PERKS:

As an IMS employee, you can expect a comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits program including the following:

• PTO: Starts accruing on your first day with the option to either use these as days off or request a vacation payout for some unused time.
• Medical: Three Anthem Plans to choose from
• Dental: Choose from Sun Life HMO or Guardian Dental PPO
• Vision: Coverage through EyeMed
• Tax Savings Accounts: HSA (for qualified plans), FSA, Limited FSA, Commuter
• 401(k) with matching through Fidelity
• Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Benefit and Pharmacy Advocacy access.
• Voluntary (Employee Paid) Benefits: Life and A&D, Long Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity

LIFE AT IMS

The Company strongly believes that the more diverse our team, the better our work will be. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and celebrate inclusion in all circumstances. As an employee, you can expect:

• A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions.
• An attractive and competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for growth and development and offerings from our HR/People Resources team and Learning and Development program.
• In-office events, lunch and learns and more.
• A generous and well-rounded benefits program featuring Vacation, Sick Leave, comprehensive medical benefits, 401k with company match, and much more.

Compensation Disclaimer: The salary range listed for this position reflects the potential earning range for the role. Starting compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will be hired at the top of the posted salary range.