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Logistics Supervisor - 2nd shift - Cincinnati, OH

General Mills, Cincinnati, OH, United States


Overview

As a Logistics Supervisor you will lead daily warehouse operations that include Automated Guide Vehicle performance, palletizing finished product and receipt/storage of inbound raw material loads (van, bulk truck, and bulk railcar). Support the warehouse operations that include the loading and shipping of finished product to both GMI service facilities and to customers. Combined operations include leadership of Material Handling Technicians and movement raw and finished materials per shift. The Logistics Supervisor plays an integral role as a front line leader in a manufacturing environment and will have specific responsibilities as a champion for Continuous Improvement. This position will cover second shift working Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm. To learn more about our Cincinnati plant and surrounding area, click here.

Key Accountabilities
Establish and sustain sound relationships with all employees to foster an inclusive environment

Educate, develop and motivate a manufacturing team to work toward zero losses, achieving production results, improving individual technical skills, and enabling collaboration across boundaries

Partner closely cross-functional team to drive out losses and develop and engage team members in foundational systems

Ensure the proper training, development and motivation of the team to maximize current and future performance

Ensure that production facilities and finished products meet the company and government standards for safety, quality, and sanitation

Function as a technical resource in areas of system operations and product requirements

Facilitate the effective interchange of information between work groups, cross-functional resources, and other members of the plant and corporate teams

Lead projects for the department including Human Safety, Food Safety, and Improvement-plan focused initiatives

Support raw material and finished goods cycle count program

Manage Warehouse and Yard flow of materials and storage

Support material discrepancies to ensure accurate financials and inventory levels

Manage the shift:

On-shift safety, quality of product, execution of shift specific improvement plan actions

Daily staffing and timecard approvals

Directing work of operators, technicians, and/or crew leaders

Leading Shift Hand-offs

Temporary employee management

Onboarding of employees

Team and individual employee development

Performance management and incentives

Own accuracy and timeliness of performance metrics for shift

Start-up and changeover execution

Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma

2+ years related experience

Demonstrated leadership skills

Strong interpersonal, communication and listening skills

Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity and change

Demonstrated understanding of technology and providing solutions to technical challenges

Strong conceptual skills and ability to implement change

Sound analytical and business judgment including demonstrated problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills

Ability to plan, lead, and execute initiatives in a complex environment

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Math, Science, Engineering or Supply Chain

5+ years working in a manufacturing, warehouse or logistics environment

Union experience

Experience leading change

Previous logistics/warehousing continuous improvement program experience

Additional Considerations
International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

COMPANY OVERVIEW
We exist to make food the world loves. Our company prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. We are focused on becoming a leading figure in the food industry by collaborating with passionate people.

Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $70,100.00 - $105,200.00 / Annually. Pay reflects experiences, performance, and skills for the current role. Beyond base salary, rewards may include a competitive Total Rewards package with health benefits, retirement and wellbeing programs. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. An annual incentive program may be available depending on factors including individual and organizational performance.

Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodations request form.

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