Shipping Supervisor

Shipping SupervisorValmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.The Shipping Supervisor is responsible for the assigned production/shipping area including the human and capital assets of the department. Activities include production work, replenishment of inventory, loading, checking orders, preventative maintenance, housekeeping, new-employee orientation as well as various administrative functions including meetings, inventory, production data record keeping, employee annual evaluations, employee attendance records, corrective action warnings all of which must be completed in accordance with established Valmont processes. The Shipping Supervisor is accountable for quality of output and processing in the assigned area. Focus is on providing on time and accurate products/services to internal and external customers. Although most Shipping Supervisors work one established shift, their supervisor duties may extend to two or three operational shifts. The incumbent is held accountable for safety, continuous improvement and lean processing within the area.This position must maintain an overall acceptable level of performance in meeting the department's goals and objectives and attain this with a suitable level of harmonious employee relations and within the guidelines of the company. The incumbent may also need to complete master scheduling duties as well as being involved in daily coordinating efforts with other areas in order to meet deadlines. Contact with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Human Resources, Safety, and other areas are necessary to maintain an acceptable level of performance. Shipping Supervisors may also coordinate some of the subcontract activities necessary for the department and/or individual cells. The employee must possess technical and human relations skills necessary to train and motivate both skilled and unskilled workers. He/she must be capable of withstanding the pressures of first line supervision and have the ability to initiate and adapt to change in a timely and orderly manner. It takes about 3 years on the job before a Shipping Supervisor is considered fully-qualified to assume all the following responsibilities:Ensure that standard methods are used. Recommend changes in layout, processes or methods to improve operations and lower costs.Ensure accurate and timely reporting of assigned personnel's time and production counts.Report discrepancies in specifications, methods, engineering data, standards, etc. to the corresponding authority.Develop positive relationships with assigned employees to create pride in operations, housekeeping, safety and other accomplishments. Take action to keep equipment and work area clean.Promote a participative productivity climate and encourage assigned employees to submit suggestions for improvement on operations. Implement worthwhile ideas and keep employees informed of status. Keep managers advised of employee requests, complaints, and suggestions and provide prompt feedback to employees.Be ultimately responsible for the implantation of shop safety practices.Work with HR to keep job descriptions up-to-date and accurate as the job changes in scope and content.Determine staffing requirements, interview applicants and on-board new hiresAttend seminars/short courses on improving the management skills necessary to operate the area according to the expectations established by ValmontEnsure that monthly safety and department meetings are held and participate in Lean related activities.Promote cell and team development. Ensure that training is provided to appointed team members and leaders.Provide mechanisms to track/chart productivity goals and exercise guidance in productivity improvement.Remain cognizant of the ever-changing environmental regulations and assure each cell is within compliance. Provide training/information so that there is continuous awareness.Maintain records on any first aids, OSHA recordables, lost-time injuries and property damage.Controlling orders, preventative maintenance, housekeeping and administrative functionsEssential Functions:Supervising both direct reporting staff and other team members according to overall company policy.Training /cross-training of operators in new operations and methodsEnsuring quality inspections of products/services producedProducing product/service to predetermined schedules or actual demandCoach, mentor and motivate workers to attain a higher degree of performance competency in order to develop staff to maximize potentialAssist employees set goals and objectives as well as assist staff with work progressMonitor staff performance including performance reviewsEnsure work has been delegated fairly among the teamAllocate most appropriate use of both material and human resourcesImplement procedures to maximize operating efficiency and reduce potential injuriesAdministration of need-to-know company and division policiesLead, facilitate and promote teams to meet the challenge of continuous improvementEncourage operators to manage their time better and develop their skills through classes, seminars and workshopsWork as a change agent for the department. Challenge the status quo to find new and better ways to conduct work through the utilization of lean tools.Distribution of reportsOrient employees to other areas of the companyAttend professional development coursesHelp identify employee training needsRecruitment of personnelCompany advertising / publicity campaigns and compliance postingsCoordinate and budget for staff activities and meetingsProvides basic employee benefit information (PTO, insurance, worker comp, timekeeping, etc.)Participating in court, worker comp, unemployment or OSHA hearingsAssist others in evaluating employee performanceSoftware application trainingRequired Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)Bachelors with Five (5) years relevant experience or associate's degree with seven (7) years relevant experience or (nine) 9 years of relevant experienceTwo (2) years of supervisory experienceThe ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and job ordersStrong leadership, problem solving, planning, communication, and motivational skillsAttention to detail with a high degree of accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlinesThe ability to drive a forkliftKnowledge of environmental safety and EEO requirementsKnowledge of the material, costs, techniques and processes used within the areaJudgment and decision-making skills while comparing relative cost and benefit potentialDeductive reasoning ability to formulate answers to specific questions that make senseThe ability to motivate, develop and direct people; identify the best person for each task at handPassion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional resultsHighly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These QualificationsFive (5) years of related work experience and a bachelor's degreeProfessional work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environmentKnowledge of Lean manufacturing methodology and toolsKnowledge of management principles for strategic planning and resource allocationValmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)401k retirement plan with company matchPaid time offEmployer paid life insuranceEmployer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leaveWork Life SupportTuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per yearVoluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status