Unit Supervisor

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Primary Location: United States (US) - Indiana - Hebron
Function: Operations (CA)
Title: Unit Supervisor - 125073  
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Unit Supervisor for Hebron Parts Distribution Center located in Hebron , IN , you will be:

• Follow the organization's health, safety & environment policies, procedures, and instructions; instruct the team in safe working methods; identify instances of risky behaviours within the team and take appropriate action.
• Guide and support the process of continuous improvement in all facets of operations including safety, employee/supplier relations and commitment, quality, distribution costs, and customer satisfaction.
• Lead supplier/employee onboarding and development activities assuring that processes are consistent, and tools and resources are available.
• Assess operational needs to determine performance gaps and develops or obtains programs aimed at closing those gaps.
• Responsible for achieving departmental goals & objectives; respond to supplier and or company objectives and use engaging leadership systems to improve operational performance; monitor the performance of the team
• Contribute to the preparation of various data and analytics reports. 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position. 

What Skills You Need

• Understanding of the business operations and the organizational structure. Has a high-level of understanding of the principles and can teach others, with a primary focus on safety in the workplace.
• Establishes positive employee environment regarding communications, feedback and overall guidance. Ensures that supervisors have appropriate training, work instruction and tools to successfully do their job.
• Knowledge of business and management principles in such areas as strategic planning, resource allocation, teamwork development, and leadership technique. Performs more complex functions, understands principles and can teach others.
• Skilled in investigating employee and/or team needs, developing or obtaining appropriate curriculum or proposing learning opportunities and delivering or coordinating delivery of learning.
• Ability to balance conflicting priorities while delivering sustainable results.
• Excellent verbal & written communication and interpersonal skills. 

What Makes You Standout

• Ability to work within diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.
  
• A bility to balance conflicting priorities while delivering sustainable results.
  
• Demonstrates a philosophy of serving others above all other priorities.
  
• Focuses on well-being and growth of employees and other stakeholders.
  
• Demonstrates and practices listening, stewardship, empathy, and commitment to personal growth.
  
• Build and sustain trusting relationships.
  
• Demonstrate ability to manage conflict.
  
• Ability to drive employee engagement and development.
  
• Effective at providing feedback and coaching.
  
• Certifications in health and safety training. 

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• University degree or college diploma with a focus on operations, or equivalent work experience.

Competencies

To reference the competencies associated with the job posting, please use the Job Catalog Home and search for the GJE job.

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay 
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$93,324.00 - $139,980.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

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