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Penske Logistics

Operations Supervisor - Warehouse (Supply Chain/Logistics)

Penske Logistics, Clyde, Ohio, United States, 43410

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Do you have a demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and lead change? Penske Logistics is seeking a proven leader with relevant experience and skills to join our team of logistics professionals. We are seeking a candidate to provide leadership at one of our warehousing operations.

The Operations Supervisor provides direction at a single location, leading staff to ensure customer requirements are achieved while meeting our Penske goals and objectives.

In this role, Operations Supervisors will be bonus eligible based on their performance and location performance. Operations Supervisor could earn up to 12% of their base for Max Performance.

Shift : Monday - Friday; 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Leadership members are to be present 30 minutes prior to the start of shift and may have to work on off shift as needed. Flexibility required around the peak season, holiday, short‑staffed, and business needs.

Salary : $54,300 – $72,700; In this role, Operations Supervisor will be bonus eligible based on performance and location performance. They could earn up to 12% of their base for Max Performance.

People

Establish and sustain that all supervisors and associates are trained and competent and understand how their work relates to the customer’s business objectives

Ensure performance standards are communicated that are specific and measurable

Interview hourly associates and provide recommendations for hire

Monitor attendance, productivity, and other performance standards and provide coaching and counseling to associates

Motivate and engage associates by focusing on team accomplishments and recognition

Operations

Supervise logistics operations including customer service, freight loading and unloading, dispatch and proper documentation and procedure control

Conduct team meetings

Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work methods to increase productivity of warehouse operations; assist in new associate training

Provide relief coverage for operational duties when associates utilize time‑off or are absent from the shift

Have thorough working knowledge of the site’s operating systems to ensure operational compliance and correct exception resolution

Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate manner

Finance

Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures such as inventory accuracy and control, returns, damages, etc.

Understand the relationship between decision‑making and profitability

Closely manage associates’ working hours and activities to minimize overtime and to meet or exceed productivity targets

Safety

Ensure day‑to‑day management and associate activities are in alignment with the location safety strategy

Provide associates with communication, training, feedback, and direction to ensure safe performance

Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies and company policies and procedures

Conduct safety observations

Growth / Customer Experience

Understand the location‑specific customer goals & objectives and work to meet and exceed these expectations daily

Ensure the customer knows that we are committed to helping them meet their objectives

Determine areas that could benefit from Continuous Improvement efforts

Fleet / Assets

Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of warehouse equipment

Work with hourly associates to ensure they understand safe and efficient operation of equipment

Work with vendors to ensure equipment is maintained

Other projects and tasks as assigned by the manager

Qualifications

2 – 4 years related functional experience

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Strong written/oral communication skills and the ability to actively listen are required

Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required

Demonstrate ownership & responsibility to run the operation with a sense of urgency

Ability to connect and build rapport/relationships with associates and external customers at all levels

Efficient time‑management and organizational skills

Manage through problems and think/decide independently

Drive process improvement and lead change

Experience with inventory management system preferred

Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (including past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required

Physical Requirements

Read, communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and understand certain instructions or guidelines

Stand, walk and sit; frequently use hands to touch, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs (12 kg)

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Logistics Penske Logistics engineers state‑of‑the‑art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market‑leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply‑chain costs.

Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain Job Function: Logistics & Supply Chain Job Family: Operations Address: 240 Norwest Drive Primary Location: US‑OH‑Clyde Employer: Penske Logistics LLC Req ID: 2510941

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