Area Manager-Supply Chain

Company: Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc.
Location: Joliet
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

The Area Manager supervises associates and manages the day to day operations of an assigned area within a distribution center. The position achieves results (operation, financial & service results) through directing and supporting the activities of Associates who perform various distribution center operating functions.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Select, orient, train, coach, counsel and discipline AssociatesEducate and develop Associates to increase their capabilities and job performance as well as to follow and maintain established company, federal, state and local policies and proceduresEnsure associates attend all training/cross-training on the day and time scheduled and otherwise ensure 100% compliance with equipment operator and cross-training goalsSchedule departmental trainers for new hire orientation and new hire on the job trainingCommunicate values, strategies, objectives, and assigning accountabilitiesMaintain positive and productive continuity with each Associate and their work teamsInitiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between departmentsCreate a climate of openness, trust and respect for each AssociatePlan, monitor, appraise, and manage performance resultsEnforce systems, policies, procedures and productivity standards and ensure corrective actions are administered for all violations and then submitted to HR for record keeping as well as work with temporary staffing service onsite management to ensure temporary associates similarly held accountableInvestigate all equipment incidents and document Incident Reports as well as schedule all Situational Management meetings and implement all countermeasures and corrective actions in a timely mannerMaintain and keep accurate staff attendance, vacation, personal time off, sickness, funeral, and other attendance standardsManage operation to meet the financial targets and assigned service levels assignedIdentify and explain budget & service level variances, identify corrective actionsEvaluate & recommend process changes to improve efficiencies, safety, etc.Establish daily and weekly priorities and production plansSchedule Associates and assigning work as well as monitor and revise schedules and workResearch, compile, initiate, sort and analyze production performance records and dataResolve and report production issuesEnsure the work environment is maintained in a clean & safe statusReport and respond to any unsafe and unclean work environments and violationsEnsure associates have the proper tools to perform their dutiesEnsure equipment is maintained, identify needed repairs and ensure that equipment gets repaired in a timely mannerEnsure Associates are properly trained & certified to operate equipmentEvaluate new equipment and techniques for process improvementsInitiate, lead and participate in special projectsBe open to new ideas and ways to achieve resultsDemonstrate a willingness to learn other areas of the distribution center operationsDevelop managerial and leadership competencies by participating in all company-sponsored education workshops and leadership development training, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional organizationsRegular attendance is an essential function of the jobAdditional duties as assigned by managerScope:Supervisory ResponsibilityDirect: Non-Exempt EmployeesRequirementsJob Qualifications - Education and Experience:High School diploma or equivalent with 5 years or more of related experience as an individual contributor; Bachelor's degree plus two or more years of experience supervising production personnel (ideally in Distribution) preferredIntermediate level experienced with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, OutlookEffective verbal and written communication skillsStrong influence and motivational skillsMulti-tasking skillsKnowledge of business concepts (DC operations management concepts preferred)Knowledge of supervisory & leadership skills Competencies:Leadership - Models the Company's values and influences others to achieve individual or team objectives.Communication - Clearly conveys information through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that is understandable, easy to retain and timely.Initiative - Approaches work objectives with a sense of urgency and a dedication to exceeding performance expectations.Problem-solving/Decision-making - Accurately identifies problems, issues and opportunities, collects data to draw conclusions and chooses a course of action based on facts.Planning & Organization - Establishes courses of action for self and others to ensure that work objectives are met.Policy Compliance - Manages in accordance with Company policies and procedures and promotes compliance in others.Physical Requirements:stand, walk, sit for extended periods of timespeak and listen to others in person and over the phoneuse keyboard and read from computer screen and reportslift 50 poundsSafety:The candidate must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.The anticipated salary range for this position is $72,000 to 97,000 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 120 hours per year and paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law. The Company observes two (2) Company paid holidays. Associates earn up to 64 hours as additional Floating Holidays.About Harbor Freight ToolsIn 1977, Harbor Freight Tools was started as a small family-owned business. We made a commitment to provide working people with great quality tools at the lowest prices. And for over 43 years, Harbor Freight Tools has done just that. From hand tools and generators, to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools, Harbor Freight offers more than 5,000 tools and accessories at quality levels that match or exceed competing brands, but at prices that are up to 80% less. All while developing and launching over 1,000 new tools each year. We're not your typical retailer. We're a team of high-achievers, who have a passion for excellence and continuous improvement and obsess about getting things done. We're also equally committed to doing the right thing and giving back to our community. And for us, collaboration is the golden rule. We're a 43 year-old, $5 billion company with over 1,100 stores, opening 2-3 new stores a week with over 40 million loyal customers and growing. If you are looking for a not so ordinary and highly rewarding career opportunity, we would love to talk with you. Delivering Value to the Hardworking Since 1977.

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