What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Supervisor - PM Shift position at Edwards Health Care Services, Inc.?
GEMCORE’s continued success has earned us national recognition with Inc. Magazine’s list of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies and with the Cleveland Plain Dealer as a Top Workplace seven years running! GEMCORE is a rapidly growing multi-state family of companies headquartered in Hudson, OH.
GEMCO Medical, a division of GEMCORE, is a well-established and growing healthcare distribution company shipping over 15,000 packages a day with detailed accuracy, has an opening for a Distribution Supervisor. The Distribution Supervisor's main responsibility will be to manage the daily activities within our distribution center of a team of Warehouse Associates that pick, pack, and ship healthcare products and medical supplies. The Distribution Supervisor will also hold a key position in welcoming new employees and ensuring all Associates are engaged within the company culture.
We offer strong growth potential. Seeking candidates that have a desire to learn and grow within our organization.
Ongoing training and development.
Our Distribution Center is a clean and comfortable environment: not dusty, dark, or dirty. Fully air conditioned in the summer and heated in the winter.
No protective clothing required. Dress code is comfortable clothing (sneakers, t-shirts, jeans, etc. all acceptable)
Second shift opportunity with work schedule being Monday-Friday from 12:15pm-9:00pm
Medical/dental/vision insurances available for full-time employees.
Position is located in Hudson, OH.
Responsibilities:
Supervise all shipping and receiving activities using best practices and established standards.
Manage Warehouse Associate productivity across various cross-functional teams
Recommend process improvements and more efficient methods
Establish standards and procedures.
Assist and become knowledgeable with inventory control.
Determine “best-way” transportation of all packages and truckload shipments.
Help maintain equipment to be fully functional and safe in its operation.
Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to all department personnel.
Train and acclimate new hires on warehouse procedures and methods.
Key Requirements
Ability to give clear direction and provide effective training.
Coach and motivate direct reports to achieve optimal productivity and create highly functioning teams.
3 - 5 years’ experience in a distribution environment, at least 2 years supervisory experience required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in math, computer software, and warehouse management systems.
Ability to lift at minimum 50 pounds
Knowledge of Hazardous Materials and Protected freight shipping requirements a plus.
Knowledge of OSHA compliance requirements helpful.
High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
About GEMCORE
GEMCORE, a family of companies headquartered in Hudson, Ohio - Edwards Health Care Services, GEMCO Medical, GemCare Wellness, and GEM Edwards Pharmacy - offers a core set of healthcare solutions by partnering with manufacturers, providers, employer groups, insurance groups, and patients to deliver high quality healthcare products and innovative services to proactively better lives. For more information, visit www.gemcorehealth.com.