Operations Supervisor - Albany, OR

Operations Supervisor - Albany, OR

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This Operations Supervisor position is part of Weyerhaeuser's Wood Products Distribution Business, working under the guidance of the Albany Operations Manager. This position provides leadership and supervision of the operations function (receiving, warehousing and distribution) on the assigned shift for the Distribution Center. The Operations Supervisor assists in leading the operations team; provides coaching, guidance, management and direction to the team in the world class distribution of building products. This is an onsite role leading the 1st shift team.

Key Functions:

• Assists in leading a team of hourly warehouse associates and forklift operators
• Provides coaching, guidance, management and direction to the team
• Provides strong leadership in safety, customer service, performance management, employee development and training, inventory management, and problem solving
• Assists in leading the safety effort - improves and reinforces the safety program and safety culture
• Works collaboratively as a member of the leadership team to continuously improve the operating procedures
• Provides superior customer service and excellent financial return to the company
• Develop and monitor operations plans and schedule and coordinate maintenance activities to meet schedules
• Works closely with the sales team to meet customer service expectations (e.g., scheduling order fulfillment and cost-effective delivery.)

Qualifications: At least 3 or more years of supervisory experience. Personal commitment to safety as #1 priority. Working knowledge of effective inventory management and distribution practices. Ability to motivate, influence and encourage a diverse group with varied skill levels and backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective business relationships across multiple functions. Ability to effectively coach and develop a team-oriented, customer service driven operation. Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, a high level of initiative, commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Must be proficient using MS Office. Able to work a variety of shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed. Able to lift up to 50lbs. Able to operate a forklift.

Preferred Skills: Bachelor's degree SAP or similar WMS (warehouse management system). Prior experience with building materials distribution and working in a union environment. Demonstrated working knowledge of supply chain logistics processes, including demand planning, distribution requirements planning, inventory management and control, transportation and logistics planning, and warehousing. Understanding of Lean Concepts; Experience with Leading Lean Improvement Activities.