Metals Distribution Operations Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Warehouse Excellence in Metals Distribution

As the Metals Distribution Operations Supervisor, you will steer end-to-end warehouse operations with a focus on safety, production effectiveness, continuous improvement, superior quality, on-time customer fulfillment, and disciplined cost control. You’ll cultivate a safe, supportive workplace where people can grow, contribute, and take pride in their work.

• Kick off the shift with a safety huddle, reinforce PPE usage, and walk the floor to verify a safe, accident-free environment; ensure monthly safety inspections are completed on time and any hazards are quickly corrected.
• Execute daily production and shipment schedules and remove roadblocks to achieve on-time delivery while meeting customer requirements.
• Review daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual KPI dashboards, spot performance gaps, and launch countermeasures.
• Coordinate closely with Sales and Production Planning to process and ship orders accurately and on schedule; maintain and publish equipment lead-times daily so Sales can commit with confidence.
• Maximize equipment utilization; ensure all preventative maintenance and inspections are performed on time and documented.
• Identify bottlenecks and capacity constraints early and realign plans to protect commitments.
• Drive a 5S culture and implement rigorous housekeeping standards inside and outside the warehouse throughout the day.
• Partner with the CI Manager to instill and sustain a Continuous Improvement mindset across all warehouse levels.
• Ensure reliable processes to stock and replenish operational and safety supplies.
• Oversee receiving, put-away, picking, packaging, and shipping to meet specification and damage-free delivery requirements.
• Safeguard inventory integrity through daily cycle counts; maintain accuracy for heat lot traceability, quantities, and locations; control scrap in alignment with the scrap disposition policy.
• Champion ISO conformance and 100% compliance to internal and customer quality requirements (specifications, dimensions, heat code traceability, export compliance, packaging, and more).
• Model and maintain a culture consistent with the UPM and ONI Code of Conduct and Ethics policy; uphold company Quality Policy, Ethics Guidelines, Safety and Environmental Policies, and all governing procedures.
• Ensure accountability for OSHA and EPA compliance within warehouse operations.
• Lead hiring and performance reviews with HR partnership; set quantitative goals aligned to Operations, UPM, and ONI Key Strategic Objectives; complete annual reviews and implement training/development plans, including coaching for unacceptable performance or behavior.
• Run cost control initiatives and track cost savings/avoidance projects that deliver year-over-year reductions in operational expenses.

Leadership – Direct/Indirect Reports varies by location.

• Proven coaching and leadership capability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across all organizational levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust.
• Sound judgment and calm decision-making under pressure.
• Exceptional organization and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong analytical and interpretation skills.
• Team-first mindset with a drive for results.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Associate degree in a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification required (or a defined path to certification).
• 5+ years of effective leadership experience.
• 5+ years in manufacturing, distribution, and/or warehouse operations.