Distribution Supervisor

We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. Job Description The Operations Supervisor directs and coordinates activities of the warehouse associates and all operations related to the receipt, storage, and distribution of product. Schedule 1st Shift: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm, Monday – Friday Responsibilities Ensures timely and accurate shipments of orders from the distribution center. Effectively utilizes and ensures compliance with BD’s inventory control and warehouse management systems. Ensures departmental procedures, SOPs and work instructions are updated and training provided to associates as required. Ensures all associates follow C2C training guidelines. Plans work schedules and assigns duties to maintain adequate staffing levels; ensures activities are performed effectively and is able to handle fluctuating workloads. Reviews work throughout the process to ensure that it has been performed accurately and efficiently. Evaluates employee performance; prepares performance appraisals; maintains work records and reports that include information such as employees’ time and inspection results. Conducts staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics such as safety, quality, policy changes, etc. Recommends or initiates personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, and disciplinary measures; resolves personnel problems or refers them to higher‑level management. Must be able to work a flexible shift and weekends as business requirements instruct. Responsible for following and monitoring/correcting associates in Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in the SOP’s and work instructions. Must ensure safety‑first environment and be able to work diligently to maintain safe working conditions and adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses. Regular and reliable attendance at work. Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree preferred. Associate’s degree from a two‑year college or technical school and two to three years of related experience. High school diploma or GED and four to five years of related work experience. Ability to operate MHE. Minimum of three years of supervisory experience in a fast‑paced environment. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of inventory and warehouse management systems. Ability to perform/operate in a metrics‑driven environment. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong leadership skills. Excellent organizational and time‑management skills. Knowledge of principles and methods for distribution of product. Understands and can efficiently use computer hardware/software to convey and retrieve information. Can perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation. Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Expresses information clearly and organized logically; speaks using proper grammar, tone, and pace. Practices meaningful two‑way communication. Mathematical Skills Performs basic math computations accurately; uses appropriate mathematical formulas and techniques. Reasoning Ability Possesses sufficient inductive and deductive reasoning ability to successfully perform the job; critically reviews, analyzes, synthesizes, compares, and interprets information and applies this when solving problems. Sanitation and Housekeeping Maintain a clean and professional image. Follow guidelines to ensure the cleanliness of the facility. Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area at all times. Training Hazmat Training May be provided with Hazmat training to include general awareness, function specific, security awareness, security plan, and safety training. Cross‑training Become knowledgeable with the responsibilities of the other warehouse positions; assist as required; act as backup at times of absence or vacation. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (Per the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990). While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, hearing, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type, including repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers; the associate may occasionally be required to climb. The job may require lifting over 50 lbs in some areas but not all. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. The position will almost always have exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment, exposure to precarious situations and potential temperature excursions. Occasionally the position will have exposure to fumes/airborne particles. Equal Opportunity Employer Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Primary Work Location USA GA – Covington Global Distribution Center #J-18808-Ljbffr