What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Supervisor position at Essex Brownell?
Essential Functions/Duties
The Distribution Supervisor coordinates and supervises all shift activities of assigned production areas/shifts engaged in the distribution of magnet wire products, Active manufactured products, and Brownell product lines by performing the following duties personally or through employees. Must be able to work 2nd shift & backup to 1st shift! First: M-F 6:30a to 3:30p Second: M-F 2:30p - 11:30p
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
The Distribution Supervisor coordinates and supervises all shift activities of assigned production areas/shifts engaged in the distribution of magnet wire products, Active manufactured products, and Brownell product lines by performing the following duties personally or through employees. Must be able to work 2nd shift & backup to 1st shift! First: M-F 6:30a to 3:30p Second: M-F 2:30p - 11:30p
- Reviews shipping schedules and pick lists to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, specifications and schedule delivery dates in order to meet customer requirements and assists in establishing necessary revisions.
- Plans distribution operations, establishing priorities and sequences for products received and picked in assigned areas.
- Makes personnel assignments, maintains housekeeping and safety standards, administers policies and procedures, observes assigned employees to ensure compliance with production, quality and safety standards and conducts employee performance evaluations/appraisals.
- Reviews operating reports and resolves operational problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays and executes instructions from Plant management.
- Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization as well as provide instructions on proper operation.
- Assists plant personnel with new processes and designs.
- Enforces rules, resolves worker complaints and problems and submits unresolved situations to production management for action.
- Completes, maintains and forwards relative production data and assists with monthly inventory.
- Other duties as assigned.
- One year certificate from college or technical school and/or three to four years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Directly supervises employees in the assigned area/shift. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving issues; and enforcing applicable policies and procedures.
- Must be able to work required hours per shift with 75 percent of the time on the distribution floor observing the operation and interacting with employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.