Spray Products Corporation is hiring: Warehouse Supervisor in Medina

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Supervisor will be located at the company’s facility located in Medina, Ohio. These individual coordinates the operation of Medina’s warehouse functions (receiving, shipping and material handling) for a two-shift operation. The Warehouse Supervisor leads a highly effective warehouse operation with the following goals-- achieve a high level of safety and regulatory compliance; provide high level of service to customers; operate in a cost-effective manner; implement strategies related to freight activities; adhere to all key control processes and achieve strong audit results; build and lead a high performing team based on best practices for people management.

Key Responsibilities

· Directly supervises employees in the warehouse, shipping/receiving and material handling, and kitting departments. Ensures department is run effectively with priority on safety and quality.

· Develops a process of continuous improvement in all aspects of warehouse operations -- conceive improvement initiatives.

· Assists with plan layout of warehouse and other storage areas considering turnover, size, weight and related factors of items stored to maximize efficiency and productivity.

· Manages and maintains a clean, neat, and orderly work area and assists in maintaining the security and safety of the warehouse.

· Direct personnel on their tasks and job duties per shift.

· Supervise, train and assist warehouse workers in accordance with required policies, procedures, safety rules, computer systems and programs, and operation and maintenance of warehouse equipment.

· Cross-trains workers to ensure adequate coverage during employee absences. Evaluate and review workers and recommends/initiates disciplinary actions

· Confers with department heads to ensure coordination of warehouse activities with such activities as production, sales, records control and purchasing.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

· High School Diploma or equivalent required

· 5 years of warehouse supervision experience in similar plant surroundings

· 2-3 years of traffic control experience for a high-capacity factory

· Able to work overtime and nights as required

· Significant experience with inventory control and regulation

· Hazardous materials experience highly desired.

· Must have forklift license

· Associates/Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred

· Advanced management courses preferred

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

· Overall knowledge of warehouse equipment, strong leadership and communication skills (both oral and written)

· Proficient with PC applications such as Email, Word, and Excel; printers; RF Scanner; WMS systems; and UPS and FedEx systems

· Knowledge of inventory control systems and cutoffs

· Skilled in driving a forklift and the use of other material handling equipment

· Strong attention to details, organization ability and ability to interact well with others

· Exhibits professionalism

· Ability to work well under minimal supervision

Physical Requirements

· Ability to work in a chemical manufacturing plant environment

· Occasionally may be required to reach, squat, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.

· Ability to stand for long periods of time