Shipping Supervisor - Military Veterans
at STERIS
At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.
Position Summary
The Shipping Supervisor will supervise and coordinate the activities in the shipping department. You will direct and perform the duties of workers who record PO receipts, prepare items for intercompany transit, replenish production, and load/unload trucks. You will manage storage requirements and is the direct point of contact for all warehouse related operations. You will provide training and facilitate teamwork to meet expectations for customer service, safety, productivity, computer transaction integrity, equipment maintenance, housekeeping, and overall team harmony.
Duties
- Establish structure by assigning responsibilities, delegating authority, and selecting, orienting, and training direct reports.
- Communicate issues and priorities to team members and escalate to manager as needed.
- Lead shipping staff by coaching, counseling, motivating and disciplining as needed to maintain high employee morale and foster teamwork and cooperation.
- Ensure work is performed according to SOPs and work instructions.
- Unload and receive inbound shipments and perform receipt transaction and physically transfer materials designated locations.
- Contact carrier representative and complete all paperwork for internal and external logistics.
- Requisition and store warehouse supplies at designated levels.
- Operate forklift and pallet jacks for material handling and loading/unloading trucks.
- Responsible for warehouse safety, including safety related training, coaching, safety incident reporting and follow up.
- Maintain a high standard of housekeeping through practicing 5S and completing 5S audits of warehouse areas. Establish and enforce procedures and set expectations for warehouse organization and cleanliness.
- Strive for continuous improvement by analyzing new or alternative ways to improve the operation. Incorporate staff suggestions, investigate customer complaints, and deviations from standard work and implement corrective actions as needed.
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Required Experience
- Associate's Degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or similar.
Two (2) years of experience in a warehouse/shipping supervisor role.- OR High School Diploma.
- Four (4) years of experience in a warehouse/shipping supervisor role.
- Functional aptitude with Microsoft packages, ERP, and Shipping systems.
- FDA and ISO 13485 quality systems experience.
- Thorough knowledge of inventory control processes and warehouse operations.
- Ability to operate a Forklift.
Preferred Experience
- Lean manufacturing experience, preferred.
- Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
Work Schedule
- This is an onsite schedule position based in Montgomery, AL.
- The schedule is: M-Th 7:00am - 4:30pm, F 7:00am - 11:00am.
STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.
If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.
STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.
The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.
Montgomery, AL
STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services.
STERIS is making a difference for our Customers every day. We don't just create products. We create amazing solutions that help reduce the threat of infection. We are the best at what we do. Our people make it so.
At STERIS, we recognize the exceptional skills and unwavering commitment that military veterans and military spouses bring to the table. With a proud history of supporting the military community, we value the unique experiences and leadership qualities that veterans possess, making STERIS the perfect place to launch your civilian career.
We attract a variety of talented people who are simply…extraordinary. Our teams are doing remarkable things together. Because at STERIS, we know that no matter what role you have, you can make an impact. And we find that pretty energizing.
Join the STERIS team today and become part of a company that values your military background, skills, and commitment. Together, we will continue to revolutionize healthcare and save lives. Health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, career growth opportunities, and much more!