Warehouse Supervisor - St. Louis, MO

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world’s supply chain moving.

That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs.

Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all on the same team. One Watco.

Here’s what you can expect from Watco:

• Outsanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Location Information

Accessible by rail and truck, Watco’s St. Louis Gateway Transload Terminal has the capability to handle both food- and pharmaceutical-grade products as well as its secured 300,000 sq. ft. warehouse.

• Additional Location Info: https://www.watco.com/service/terminals/st-louis-gateway-mo/

Position Description

The Operations Supervisor will report directly to the Terminal Manager.

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  Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math.
• Learn from directions, observations, and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment.
• Working knowledge of Watco Safety and Operating principles
• Assist the Terminal Manager in the oversight of the operation with SAFETY and ENVIRONMENTAL being the highest priorities next to financial stewardship.
• Supervise, lead, train and develop all team members.
• Must be available and flexible to work all shifts as business needs require.
• Fill in for team members when necessary.
• Basic maintenance knowledge and trouble shooting skills.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
• Be able to participate in customer meetings to build relationships.
• Maintain and develop safety culture among all team members.
• Ensure that team members receive the proper training to perform their jobs.
• Routine communication and coordination with other corporate departments.
• Complete all applicable documentation and recordkeeping including billing train pre-release and first car notification.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate via radio and cell phone to both fellow team members and customer.
• Complete team member performance reviews.
• Assess disciplinary action
• Monitor team member attendance, vacation and over all schedule.
• Conduct team member interviews
• Conduct team member efficiency testing.
• Flexibility required; ability to work days, nights, & weekends.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

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  Basic Microsoft Office (word and excel) and email skills,
• Customer service skills
• Leadership & Coaching skills
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2 years' experience in industrial work setting
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation

Machines, Tools, Special Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment Used

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  Operate a Forklift, Hostler Truck, Skid Steer, and Man Basket. Must be able to operate a vehicle on public and private roads, power tools, wrenches and basic tools.
• PPE; reflective clothing, hard hat, gloves, steel toed boots, safety glasses, gloves, radio