Shipping Supervisor

Shipping Supervisor Classification:

Exempt Reports to: Shipping Operations Manager

American Art Clay Company (AMACO) was founded in 1919 by Ted O. Philpott. AMACO is known for being the first to commercially manufacture ceramic and non-ceramic clays, lead-free glazes, electric kilns and potter’s wheels. AMACO is a founding member of the Arts and Creative Materials Institute, which established safety standards for children’s art materials in 1936. Today AMACO continues to manufacture ceramic supplies with the highest standards of quality and safety. AMACO is a fourth-generation family-owned and operated company with a strong belief that art and creating art fosters well-being for the individual while enriching society as a whole. Making art facilitates tactile learning, encourages self-expression, develops craft skills and cultivates creativity. AMACO promotes a culture of continuous improvement and change; and a working environment that embraces innovation at all levels, from the factory floor to the executive offices. Everyone is empowered to improve their role, and their collaborative processes, and to participate in the common goals of safety, quality, customer care, teamwork, respect, and learning and development.

Job Summary: The Shipping Supervisor oversee and supervises shipping employees and drives to ensure all items are prepared and shipped on time while complying with company policy. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities: The manager is responsible for supervising staff, in accordance with company policy and AMACO Core Values, including:

 Recruiting, interviewing, hiring, communicating job expectations, and training new staff in the department

 Overseeing the daily workflow and schedules of the department such as delegating tasks, determining priorities in work assignments, and evaluating manpower needs

 Monitoring work quality and conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive

 Ensuring a safe and inclusive workplace

 Continually Builds employee relations, provide employee coaching and development, and resolve employee issues through problem resolution.

Responsibilities:

 Tracking and coordinating the preparing of outgoing shipments and timely delivery of goods and materials.

 Manage departmental performance measures and provide regular progress reports to management staff via Gemba Boards.

 Maintaining records, reporting relevant information, and preparing any necessary documentation.

 Implement and standardize visual controls, Work Instructions (TWI), Standard work and hourly management.

 Maintain proper inventory levels in EPR system.

 Train subordinates to utilize A3 problem solving methodology in which to resolve issues with received goods or inventory.

 Perform accident investigations via A3 problem solving methodology in which to resolve issues in the warehouse environment.

 Perform accident investigations via A3 or DMAIC methodology

 Communicating and coordinating with other departments and customers.

 Operates forklift truck when necessary.

 Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills:

 Strong working knowledge of warehouse operations.

 Time management skills and the ability to delegate.

 Excellent leadership and organizational skills.

 Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

 Problem-solving skills.

 Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

 Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV or other ERP systems.

 Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Education and Experience: Required:

 High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

 5 years of related experience in warehouse, receiving, or shipping

 1 – 2 years of experience as a lead or supervisor Preferred:

 Degree in business, management, logistics, or related experience

 2 – 3 years of supervisory experience

Warehouse Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 40 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel:

No travel is expected for this position.

EEO Statement:

AMACO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: AMACO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at AMACO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the location where we operate. AMACO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

You should be proficient in:

• Leadership / People Management
• Lean Manufacturing Principles