Warehouse Supervisor

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

If you enjoy leading a team of highly effective individuals in a fast-paced, high-energy work environment and have the capacity to positively influence and drive a culture of safety-first attitudes, then you will thrive as the Warehouse Supervisor at our Fort Madison, IA production facility.

What you'll do in this role:

• Directly support a workforce of approximately 50 hourly full-time forklift and yard jockey operators and 2 support leads across a multi shift operation.
• Communicate, implement and monitor safety programs and procedures. Participate and perform investigations and provide detailed documentation as it pertains to safety incidents, including root causes and corrective actions. Administer powered industrial vehicle training program and annual re-training sessions for the local site.
• Positively influence a culture of teamwork leading through others and engaging with associates on process improvements and eliminating roadblocks in day to day activities with a strong focus on servant leadership and continuous improvement.
• Develop associates, interview and recommend hiring of applicants, evaluate associate work performance, coach and counsels associates and/or implements disciplinary action.
• Plan, direct and oversee forklift operating teams responsible for the loading, unloading, hauling and supplying functions of the warehouse operation supporting our liquid production lines and other departments in the plant.
• Provide daily schedules and direction; communicate targets and expectations for warehouse tasks. Encouraging flexibility and re-prioritizing own and team tasks when needed to support different functions of the plant. Emphasis on labor utilization.
• Develop key warehouse metrics that will impact performance and efficiencies and deliver world-class service to internal and external customers.
• Establishes labor models, performs absence tracking, process and approves time off via Workday systems. Execute and enforce regulatory, company and/or plant, procedures, and/or policies.
• Create, execute and administer programs and procedures for preventative maintenance, lease programs and unplanned maintenance of warehouse equipment such as Forklifts, Yard Jockeys, Dock Equipment and Inventory Management Equipment.

What you'll need to be successful:

• A Bachelor's degree preferably in a manufacturing related or supporting field is highly desired.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite and experience with SAP preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role is highly desired, specific experience in associate development, team building and multishift direct reports.
• Working knowledge of all facets of manufacturing including safety, associate relations, quality, and customer service.
• Background in continuous improvement, project management or education of lean concepts.
• Good oral and written communication skills and strong leadership skills are required.
• Flexibility in schedule to ensure presence and interaction with all shifts of direct team members.
• Must be able to effectively multi-task, problem solve in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to manage, motivate and train others to achieve required goals.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $75,000.00 - $88,200.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs. Selections range from medical, dental and visioncoverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%)as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more
• We know ourtalent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization's success now and in the future. Career growth at our company is not always a ladder. It's much more like a rock climbing adventure. Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.
• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.
• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women's Network, Scotts Black Employees' Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.
• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work. We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team.

Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.