Commodities Supervisor | 3rd Shift

DescriptionSummary:The Commodities Supervisor plays a crucial role in supporting our purpose of creating lasting value for those we serve by providing leadership to distribution center team members and oversees all department operations. This position provides day-to-day direction, as well as guidance on projects led by team members. The Commodities Supervisor is responsible for the departments’ operations budget and will ensure all capital projects are completed on time and within budget. This individual will also help develop best practices by aligning department processes between all company locations. They implement improvement opportunities to manage work flow, promote safety, provide training, and ensure compliance in the distribution center while supporting a positive work environment. This individual is a self starter and a leader who exemplifies the company culture by setting an example for all distribution center employees. Their leadership should promote our culture, our 5 P’s and our purpose to create lasting value for those we serve.Key Responsibilities & Essential FunctionsDrive company safety initiatives and ensure compliance Provide not only supervision, but leadership, coaching and mentoring to team membersAnalyze daily reports, Metric, and spreadsheets to identify areas of opportunityEnsure the accuracy of customer orders and product returnsOversee picking, transfer queue, and error reportingEncourage creativity, risk-taking, and constant improvementsKeep team members focused and on trackEscalate issues which cannot be resolved by the teamAssist in managing the delivery logistics for the branch Assist Production Manager, improve scrap percent of sales of copperMaximize machine uptime May provide back up support to team member Work side-by-side with the inside sales, counter, Production Manager, and distribution center manager to ensure quality customer serviceTrain any new team membersOversee daily production schedule and smooth production levels accordinglyDrive for continuous improvementPromote our culture and 5 P’sRequirementsCritical Success Factors:Ability to work collaboratively with all departmentsExecute duties with highest regard for safety, continuous improvement and cost reduction Customer focused with a high rate of customer satisfaction Strong leadership and mentoring skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to analyze workload and establish priorities with time sensitive deadlinesWillingness to give and receive constructive feedbackAbility to make sound decisions and seek buy-in from others Ability to understand and implement our processes and proceduresStrong analytical skills and ability to solve problems and develop solutionsMust lead by example by displaying a positive work ethic and attitudeAbility to learn, grow, and adapt to changeAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlinesExcellent customer service orientationSelf Motivated Dependable Drive for continuous improvementJob Requirements/SpecificationsHigh School Diploma or GED requiredMinimum of a two year degree preferredPrevious distribution center experience preferredPrevious experience in distribution center leadership preferredPrevious experience managing a team of five or more preferredElectrical product knowledge is preferredAbility to lift 70 lbs required; lift 100 lbs at timesAbility to use fork lift equipment requiredDemonstrated computer skillsAbility to work with Excel documents Knowledge of Eclipse and RF Scan is preferredAble to work a varied shiftWork Environment & Physical DemandsConsistently standing, walking, lifting, works with others, works indoorsFrequently carrying, pushing, bending at the waist, twisting upper body, reaching, working with hands & fingers, vision acuity near & far, depth perception, field of vision, color vision, team lifting, customer contact, extended day, cold, heat, temperature changes, and high placesSometimes sitting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, non-standard work shift, wet, humid, noise, work outdoors, and mechanical hazardsOccasionally crawling, driving, vibration, confined area, fumes, odors, dusts, and mistsEqual Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans And Individuals With DisabilitiesSeveral factors are considered in making compensation decisions at Van Meter; including but not limited to education, skill sets, work experience and training, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation may be below the lower end of the range when the minimum requirements of the role are not met and the higher end is reserved for candidates with extensive experience and qualifications that exceed the requirements of the role.Van Meter offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, company paid life and disability insurance, paid time off including holidays, 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.