Description

General Position Summary

This is an exempt, 2nd shift position responsible for the management of the Company’s receiving and distribution operation at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems’ Lexington, KY distribution center. 

Essential Job Functions

Supervisory

· Responsible for the overall management for the Company’s business unit in Lexington, KY. Activities include establishing policies, setting goals and handling day-to-day management activities, interfacing with customers, etc. under direction of Operations Manager and Division Manager

· Ensures that all policies and procedures are developed, business plan strategies, time lines, goals, etc. are monitored and followed.

· Monitors and reviews employee’s work activities through individual meetings and group meetings to ensure that all work activities are proceeding smoothly to plan.

· Delegates and advices employees regarding the Company’s philosophy and business practices.

· Motivates, develops and mentors employees for improved performance; Oversees other personnel activities including interviewing job applicants, new employee orientation & training, performance counseling and discipline including termination.

· May attend outside meetings such as company group meetings and training seminars for both information sharing and learning purposes. May at times visit other facilities to assist in start-up operations, evaluate current procedures and assist in operational improvements.

· Communicates and coordinates information both in writing and orally on a regular basis with both management and staff. May, at times, share information with customers and/or external consultants working on behalf of the Company.

· Audits and reviews audits of Operations standards adherence to ensure compliance with established work procedures.

· Overtime and weekends may be required. 

Warehouse Coordination

· On a daily basis, supervises and delegates work assignments to operational staff. 

· Works directly with supervisors and team leaders on a variety of day-to-day business center issues.

· Works with senior management, supervisors and customer to develop improvements in production and safety procedures.

Miscellaneous & Other

· Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes.

· Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management.

· Follows up to complete any assigned work.

· Maintains high ethical standards in the work place.

· Reports all irregular issues and problems to supervisor for solution.

· Maintains good communication with supervisors, staff members and outside contacts.

· Complies with all company policies and procedures.

· Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent experience.
• Five to seven years of related work experience which includes managing and supervising in a warehouse distribution center, understanding human resources law.
• General office equipment including phones, fax, copier, personal computer, etc.
• Software includes the use of Windows operating system and MS office.
• Forklift