Warehouse Supervisor

Description

Springs Window Fashions is hiring for Mecho a division of Springs Window Fashions LLC

Warehouse Supervisor - Edison, NJ (Mechoshade)

This is an onsite role.

Company Overview

Springs Window Fashions is a leader in the custom window treatment industry since 1939. Headquartered in Middleton WI, we have 7,000 associates with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Our custom window treatments are available under the Bali, Graber, SunSetter and Mecho brands in nearly every major retailer, in thousands of designer showrooms, and showcased in large commercial buildings.

Our company has made significant investments to become a leader in product innovation. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating a “Best Experience” for our consumers, channel partners and associates. We are bringing new innovations to the market at an accelerated pace and have a variety of offerings to consumers who want to improve their home décor.

Job summary

The Purpose of this job is to manage and direct associates in the Warehouse, Shipping, and Receiving Departments so we can satisfy the customer every time.  The Warehouse Supervisor is required to ensure that all Safety, Quality, Associate Development, and CI goals are reached.  This is achieved by working cooperatively with the Management Team and by holding themselves and associates in their area accountable for bottom-line results.  Each employee is tasked with creating the Best Experience for their coworkers.  This is defined as creating an environment where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervision of all Warehouse functions; Material Handling, Shipping, Receiving, and Cycle Counting 

• Develop, Plan, and Execute cross training and development of assigned associates 

• Prepare / update various daily reports and KPI’s for Management using various software programs 

• Mentor / coach assigned associates regarding areas of opportunities 

• Oversee outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper condition of shipments. Audits space requirements and position of shipment in trucks. 

• Audit loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications

• Ensure proper preparation of 70-100 shipments per week 

• Confer and correspond with internal cross functional teams to rectify problems, such as damage, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications. 

• Direct / assist movement of shipments from storage and work areas to shipping platform using powered industrial trucks. 

• Direct / assist movement of incoming shipments from receiving dock to storage using powered industrial trucks. 

• Audit received shipments for inventory accuracy purposes 

• Ensure daily safety inspections of powered industrial trucks and harnesses are completed by assigned associates. 

• Inspect all WHS racking periodically to ensure safety compliance 

• Oversee, train, and document PIT training for assigned associates using the SWF policies for guidance.

• Verify, research, and reconcile daily cycle counts with the cycle count lead 

• Ensure warehouse standard works and procedures are up to date and are being followed properly by assigned associates 

• Review overall inventory values for the Edison and Montgomery facilities and work with the Materials Manager to identify areas of opportunity 

• Utilization of Root Cause Analysis to define problems, Fishbone, and 5-Why's 

• Participate in plant continuous improvement and safety activities.

• Work with cross-functional teams such as Production and Quality Control to ensure organizational needs are being met 

• Lead and sustain 5’s responsibilities for all warehouse functions 
• Be involved in Springs Business Operating Systems as defined by Leadership

• Other duties as assigned by Leadership

The annual base/hourly wage for this position is reasonably expected to be $67-101k/year. Factors which may affect starting pay may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is eligible for an annual bonus as well of up to 5%.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match of eligible contributions, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid sick time at an amount that meets or exceeds all local requirements, paid vacation time (pro-rated for 2025 based on start date), eleven paid holidays per year, and one paid volunteer day off per year.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For  

Education and Experience

• At least 3 years of Materials Management, Warehousing and Shipping/Receiving experience in a high-volume progressive manufacturing environment.
• At least one year of Supervisory Experience
• High School Diploma (or GED) or Associates degree
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is HIGHLY preferred
• Forlift experience is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong experience in developing and documenting Warehouse Procedures.
• Supervising a diverse multi-shift work force in a disciplined organization.
• Ability to interface with all levels of management in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented self-starter with good follow-up skills.
• Ability to achieve results and overcome obstacles
• Exposure to working in a LEAN Manufacturing Environment
• Hands on knowledge with MRP systems.
• Knowledge of computerized and web-based freight rating systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Accomplishments which reflect teamwork, integrity, accountability, and speed
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to influence and lead.
• Detail oriented, organized, and focused on quality.
• Possess strong analytical skills.

Cultural Behaviors

• Empowerment – Trust in your people
• Ownership – Take 100% responsibility for role, actions, and results
• Leadership – Lead by example, direct with respect
• One Team – Promote and be a part of one team
• Customer First – Consider the customers’ needs before every decision
• Continuous Innovation – Constantly learning, innovating, and improving
• Speed – Define priorities and operate with a sense of urgency and agility