Warehouse Supervisor

An Amazing opportunity has arisen for a Warehouse Supervisor to work full time at our client's site in Cheadle. The working hours are 08:00am - 16:30pm 37 hours a week paying £21 per hour (PAYE). This is a Temporary role for 6 months but there is potential this could be extended.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the effective management of all warehouse related activities and organisation of priorities
• Ensure that daily targets are achievable, resources are allocated appropriately and work is sequenced to meet daily delivery requirements
• Manage Team Leaders and Operators within the Warehouse, while displaying knowledge and successful application of Lean Manufacturing Techniques and Six Sigma tools to drive continuous improvement and success in the areas of delivery, productivity, quality, inventory and safety. Ensure people & resources are matched to meet customer requirements
• Promote a safe working environment & ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with current HS&E legislation and Company Policies
• Drive improvements across the Warehouse including Standard Work development, external warehouse solution, internal/external process re-engineering and stock accuracy.
• Develop work procedures and manage operation in line with QS9000 & IATF 16949 standards
• Prioritise & progress maintenance issues
• Management of the FLT fleet to include maintenance, repairs and utilisation
• All stock management, to include, annual stock take execution, cycle counting, parts identification, cleanliness and packaging management
• To be a Key user and trainer on related systems and processes, SAP, Kardex, MHS etc.
• Liaison with sub-contractors for warehouse related support
• Ensure customer deliveries are met for parts shipped from Cheadle; liaise with the distribution centre in France
• Monitor the performance of the team, celebrating achievements and providing corrective actions on audit findings, and assuring that accountability is driven throughout the entire team to the individual level
• Develop, implement and review training skills analysis and development plans to ensure skill flexibility across the team.
• Play an active role supporting the Supply Chain Manager on developing and deploying operating strategy
• Manage performance issues with the team, through monitoring attendance and performance implementing corrective actions where necessary
• Accountable for management of change to ensure that all HSE and Quality implications are considered
• Mentor and coach Team Leaders to drive the development of the teams
• Any other duties not specified as required by the business
• Drive and promote the implementation of the Clients Excellence Model
• Align the departmental shift goals with the plant performance objectives
• Provide guidance, direction and motivation to employees & encourage flexibility
• Develop & monitor the skills of the workforce to achieve goals
• Leading continuous improvement
• Working to standard processes
• HSE focus driven
• Housekeeping

Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of ERP/MRPII software processes, preferably SAP
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead & motivate others
• A continuous improvement driver, setting up problem solving & improvement teams where necessary (both functional & cross functional)
• Good time management skills
• Self-motivated, proactive and driven
• Ability to develop strategy and translate into actionable plans & drive change through influence
• Ability to work with colleagues as part of a team to achieve individual and Company objectives
• Six Sigma (Black Belt, Green Belt or Lean) Certified preferred
• Direct supervisory experience (within a manufacturing environment preferred)
• Graduate /Qualification in Leadership preferred