Internal Logistics Supervisor
Urbana, OH
Full Time
Mid Level
Internal logistics Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the flow of work and materials within or between departments, ensuring alignment with the production schedule. This role involves coordinating material availability, tracking progress, managing inventory, and supervising a team of material handlers. The Supervisor will also be responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives within the materials handling process.
Primary Activities/Duties:
Stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently throughout the work shift. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds to waist level; frequently lift 25 – 50 pounds to waist level and up to 25 pounds above the shoulders.
Mental Requirements:
Must be a self-starter that is able to organize and report daily activities. Must also be able to work in a fast paced environment, adapt to assignment changes easily, ability to multi-task, learn office procedures and learn and use new software. Must be detail oriented; communicate effectively via oral and written communications with all levels of employees, vendors and customers.
Safety Requirements:
Wear safety-toed footwear, safety glasses with side shields, protective gloves, hearing protection and additional personal protective equipment where required.
Direction & Decision Making:
Must be able to think independently and make (or recommend) decisions, utilizing experience and technical knowledge. Complete directives either given verbally or written.
Relationship:
Direct Contacts: Production Team leaders, Supervisors, Managers & Director of operations. PPC team, Raw material warehouse team
Indirect Contacts: All other departments throughout the plant.
Knowledge & Experience:
Technical Diploma or Must have high school diploma/ GED
Strong team building, interpersonal and communications skills
Ability to analyze technical data
Basic computer knowledge (SAP & Excel preferred)
Work Environment:
Must work in both office and plant floor environment
Primary Activities/Duties:
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of material handlers, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and providing guidance and training.
- Develop and implement efficient material handling processes to optimize workflow and minimize delays.
- Plan and prioritize material flow based on production schedules and order priorities, proactively addressing potential shortages.
- If required, Locates and distributes materials to specified production areas, manually or HAND PALLET TRUCK or MATERIAL TROLLEYS
- Operate HAND PALLET TRUCK or MATERIAL TROLLEYS to expedite transfer of materials from stock area to production areas.
- Collaborate with department supervisors to determine material needs, track progress, and ensure timely delivery.
- Maintain accurate inventory records, both manually and within the SAP system, and conduct regular cycle counts.
- Analyze inventory data to identify trends, optimize stock levels, and prevent shortages or overstocking.
- Follow up on rework and scrap materials, expediting their movement with production to minimize delays and maximize efficiency.
- Lead and facilitate team-based Kaizen events and other continuous improvement initiatives to streamline material handling processes.
- Drive and support daily 6S activities within the material handling areas.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to material flow, inventory control, and team performance.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures within the material handling areas.
- Resolve material discrepancies and address any issues that arise related to material availability or quality.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Full set material kitting and identification.
- Material overdue and shortage reports.
- Accurate and timely status updates in SAP.
- Effective WIP inventory control and aging reports.
- Maintain 6S standards in all work areas.
- Plan/ Schedule adherence & fulfillment
- SAP order status accuracy
- Effective material tracking system to monitor and avoid production shortages
- Team performance metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, error rate)
Stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently throughout the work shift. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds to waist level; frequently lift 25 – 50 pounds to waist level and up to 25 pounds above the shoulders.
Mental Requirements:
Must be a self-starter that is able to organize and report daily activities. Must also be able to work in a fast paced environment, adapt to assignment changes easily, ability to multi-task, learn office procedures and learn and use new software. Must be detail oriented; communicate effectively via oral and written communications with all levels of employees, vendors and customers.
Safety Requirements:
Wear safety-toed footwear, safety glasses with side shields, protective gloves, hearing protection and additional personal protective equipment where required.
Direction & Decision Making:
Must be able to think independently and make (or recommend) decisions, utilizing experience and technical knowledge. Complete directives either given verbally or written.
Relationship:
Direct Contacts: Production Team leaders, Supervisors, Managers & Director of operations. PPC team, Raw material warehouse team
Indirect Contacts: All other departments throughout the plant.
Knowledge & Experience:
Technical Diploma or Must have high school diploma/ GED
Strong team building, interpersonal and communications skills
Ability to analyze technical data
Basic computer knowledge (SAP & Excel preferred)
Work Environment:
Must work in both office and plant floor environment
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.
This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.
Rittal North America LLC is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EOE, including Disability/Vets.
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