Job Description

Toro Distribution Center Supervisor

• Schedule: 1PM - 11PM
• Salary Range: $59,000 -$70,000 annually (dependent upon experience)
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Visiion Benefits
• 401k with Toro Matching Funds
• Career Growth and Development

Who We Are:

At The Toro Company in Plymouth, Wisconsin we pride ourselves on being a leading distributor for the enterprise. Our distribution center in Plymouth stands as a place for people to learn and thrive. We take pride in the products we package and send out to the customer. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world.

Position Overview

The Distribution Center Supervisor plans, organizes, coordinates and supervises the day-to-day activities of the hourly employees to ensure a continuous and efficient flow of service parts to meet daily schedules. Oversees assigned areas of the Plymouth operation which may include picking, packing, and stock putaway. Reports to the Distribution Center Operations Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates activities of hourly staff
• Creates and maintains an environment that promotes safety for people and processes
• Oversees training of new and existing employees to include work methods and procedures
• Provides timely positive and constructive feedback on performance
• Supports HR and Operations Manager with investigations, disciplinary processes, attendance, and various other areas of personnel management
• Facilitates resolution of material shortages and equipment problems as needed
• Completes daily summary report of operations status in their assigned area(s)
• Interfaces with team members daily and acts as the first line of command in resolving problems, coaching and counseling, maintaining efficient, orderly workflow and a safe working environment
• Maintains reports on labor, accuracy, productivity and other related reporting, and meets with staff to discuss individual performance on a regular basis
• Assists in processing hazardous shipping documents. Must obtain and remain current with Hazardous Shippers Certification
• Complies with all required Employment Laws and OSHA regulations and policies
• Assesses efficiencies of labor, set up, processes, etc., in a continued effort to identify and communicate cost reduction opportunities
• Maintains and improves quality levels by ensuring that all work processes are performed correctly and accurately
• Trained on and utilizes SAP, QlikView, Engage voice picking, CMS, and utilizes other supporting systems skills for efficient operations
• Provides back up support/shift coverage for supervisors on varying shifts during vacations, illness, or as needed
• All other special projects and tasks as assigned by management

Specifications

• Associate\xe2\x80\x99s or bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree preferred; minimal education high school diploma and three (3) years\xe2\x80\x99 warehouse/distribution experience
• Experience in managing, coaching, and motivating others; minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a warehouse/distribution operation desired

• Highly self-motivated and directed, able to work well under pressure, manage and prioritize multiple initiatives concurrently, attend to details and meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to be flexible, adaptable and change priorities in a fast pace work environment of a seasonal business, allowing for optimum effectiveness
• Ability to anticipate problems and take necessary action to minimize likelihood and impact of problems
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including listening and offering positive and constructive feedback
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds at all levels of organization and work with cross-functional teams
• Strong leadership skills
• Able to overcome obstacles using positive facilitation, teamwork, and influence through building and maintaining relationships
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in solving difficult tasks
• Proven ability to solve problems and consistently meet project deadlines and department objectives.
• Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, QlikView, Transportation Management System, and CMS

Job Dimensions

• Ability to move throughout the warehouse.
• Warehouse setting with moving equipment
• May support through coaching and supervising up to 25 direct reports

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Toro Company