Manufacturing Supervisor II (Warehouse/Shipping)

ABOUT CROWN:
CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. At Crown, we are passionate about helping our customers build their brands and connect with consumers around the world. We do this by delivering innovative packaging that offers significant value for brand owners, retailers and consumers alike. With operations in 47 countries employing over 33,000 people and net sales of over $11 billion, we are uniquely positioned to bring best practices in quality and manufacturing to our customers to drive their businesses locally and globally. Sustaining a leadership position requires us to build a team of highly talented, dedicated and driven individuals.

DIVISION OVERVIEW:
Crown's Beverage Division manufactures a variety of packaging solutions for soft drinks, craft beers, coffees and teas as well as new energy drinks. Crown Beverage leads the packaging industry with innovative technologies that redefine how the world looks at beverage cans. With a large printable surface area and a wide range of sizes, shapes and decorating options, our aluminum cans are the perfect packaging format to create compelling brand presence where it counts. Here is your chance to join the Crown Beverage Division.

LOCATION: OLYMPIA, WA

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Manufacturing Supervisor, Shipping works closely with the Production Control Manager and Plant Superintendent to ensure the production of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting directly to the Production Control Manager, the Warehouse Manufacturing Supervisor responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Maintains receiving, warehouse, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing programs, operational programs and policies.
• Complies with federal, state and local warehousing, material handling and shipping requirements.
• Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.
• Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts, reconciling and date storage system
• Maintains physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing design layouts; inspecting equipment issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacements.
• Completes warehouse operational requirements by coordinating, supervising activities, scheduling and assigning employees, following up on work results and focusing on optimizing Safety, Quality, Productivity and Spoilage.
• Maintains warehouse staff job results by coaching, counseling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Keeps warehouse areas safe, clean and organized.
• Communicates all pertinent information between departments and between shifts on changes to shipping issues, equipment, production schedules, production problems or any other related information.
• Works with employees on identifying, discussing solutions and implementing "fixes" on machinery and equipment problems
• Performs and facilitates "on the job training" and/or coaching of all employees as needed or required
• Applies knowledge of various processes, production methods and processes to improve plant production
• Complete and/or administer necessary documentation such as production sheets, pallet ticketing, job progressions, disciplinary actions, monthly SAFE cards, time and attendance, injury/incident reports and process control sheets
• Performs Production Control duties, as assigned
• Primary backup to the Production Control Manager
• Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned

Job Requirements

In addition to the specific responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:

Minimum Requirements
• High School Education/GED
• Five to seven year(s) experience in a high speed manufacturing environment
• Two to four years of shipping, warehouse and proven supervisory experience
• Must be available to work various shifts if needed and be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support

Preferred Requirements
• Bachelor's degree
• Packaging industry experience
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing

Competencies
• Strong problem solving skills through an individual and/or collaborative approach
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Must be able to look at new solutions and "think outside the box"
• Effective leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication, decision making, etc
• Demonstrated employee relations skills and the ability to motivate people
• Excellent time management and project management skills as well as the ability to multi-task
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of various Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.)

Physical Requirements
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• The associate may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus

Working Conditions
• Generally works in a plant environment but will be required to perform some job duties inside a typical office setting
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicular traffic
• The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures
• The noise level is frequently loud

Possible Equivalent Military Titles
• Logistician; Store Manager; Supply and Warehousing Manager; Transportation Manager; Transportation Maintenance Manager

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits:
Crown offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including free company paid health insurance for employees as well as company matched 401(k).

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Crown is an equal opportunity employer. Crown does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of race, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.