Distribution Shift Manager

Job DetailsJob Location: Avon - Avon, OH 44011Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayAbout Us

Join a Team That Sticks Together!

At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions for a variety of industries.

We have facilities all around the world, including in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Mexico, China, and more.

In addition to our specialty adhesive products, we offer well-known brands like Duck®, FrogTape®, Painter’s Mate®, Shurtape®, T-Rex®, Kip®, and Pro Tapes®.

Why Work with Us?

We encourage curiosity and creativity, working together to solve challenges and innovate. Our commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility means we make a positive impact on our communities and the world.

What We Offer

A company that truly values your contributions

A place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful

A focus on excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver top-quality, reliable solutions to our customers

An environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best ideas forward and adopt a growth mindset

More Than Just Tapes...

In addition to being obsessed with our customers, Shurtape is committed to being socially and environmentally responsible. We recognize that our actions today affect our world tomorrow, and we are committed to responsible manufacturing processes that protect the communities in which we operate.

We Ask for the Best, and Offer the Best in Return

We are looking for passionate, innovative individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment to join the Shurtape team. If you’re looking to be part of a forward-thinking, fast-paced, and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

Our tapes may do the sticking, but it’s our people who hold it all together.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Distribution Shift Manager develops, leads, and manages a team of employees required to execute the daily shipping and receiving functions required to get the right product to the right place in a safe and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Directs the daily staffing to complement the workload as prioritized by the shipment planner and receiving schedule
Supervises team performance including recognizing achievements and addressing poor performance on a regular basis.
Communicates and solves item issues timely with appropriate departments (i.e. Customer Care, Sourcing, Manufacturing, etc.)
Responsible for productivity performance enhancements and improvements. Drives operational improvements and efficiencies. Presents warehouse enhancements to Logistics Manager for approval.
Monitors the Warehouse Management System to manage the daily workload and assists team members in problem solving
Counsels individuals not meeting required expectations according to discipline procedures
Enforces accountability regarding productivity, quality, housekeeping, and safety standards
Communicate with staffing agency and Logistics Manager on job performance for temporary staff
Authorizes routine equipment repairs (internal and external) that pertain to the operation
Documents and reports hourly partner attendance
Renders feedback regarding the performance of hourly Partners and Associates
Develop talent by position and train team to be highly efficient
Organizes the daily manpower efficiently to achieve optimum shipments and receipts
Upholds excellent departmental communications (internal and external)
Monitors labor management daily for compliance
Achieves individual and team goals and promotes employee engagement
Refuses deliveries that do not meet company standards
Composes and administers performance appraisals (off-cycle and annual)
Leads huddles to communicate relevant information on a timely basis
Interviews and selects qualified candidates for hiring
Reports, investigates, and communicates all safety incidents/initiatives
Maintains a housekeeping program
Assists truck drivers with relevant paperwork and handling of external customer calls
Performs special projects as assigned by the Logistics Manager
Facilitates safety sub committees as assigned
Monitors equipment hour’s usage for contractual compliance.
Utilizes KPI / report tools
Manage and direct up to 35 people
Proposes overtime to meet the daily goals
Supports continuous improvement projects
Ability to manage costs drivers and improvement targets.
Challenge processes and workflow
Manage in a well-organized and disciplined fashion with self-motivation and accountability

QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Four-year college degree or equivalent field experience
3-5 years front-line supervision experience is highly preferred.
Strong communication and conflict management skills
Solid Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to use a PC with knowledge of Word, Excel, and email preferred
Knowledge of logistics /supply chain systems and practices
Experience managing inbound / outbound DC functions
Understand Lean Six Sigma techniques (TIMWOOD)
Group facilitation skills
Ability to take calculated risks based on experience

People Management & Development - Promotes & Develops a Learning Organization

Understands position competencies
Promotes & drives continuous improvement culture
Delegation & Accountability skills
Goal oriented

Leadership & Influencing Skills - Collaborative Interpersonal Skills, Tremendous Energy, Exudes Trust, Integrity, Building Relationships, Wide Span of Control.

Tremendous energy for change
Strong collaborative & influencing skills
High trust & integrity levels
Effective communicator
Relationship builder
Proactive planning and execution

Self-Management Skills - Finish what you start, Self Confidence, Plan Daily Activities, Positive Attitude, Developed Resilience

Resilient to failure
Self-starter
Self-Confident
Well organized & disciplined
Solid problem-solving skills

Priority Setter

Attention to detail

Data Management - Organization/Design/Analysis, Attention to Detail

Data interpretation skills - Fact based decisions
Strong organizational skills and document management

Technical & Automation Competency

Industry knowledge of Best Practices
Understanding of building systems including basic mechanical functions
Knowledge of all operational procedures
Understanding of state and federal regulations
Knowledge of local fire systems, inspections, and regulations
Knowledge of ERT protocols

Special Projects - Continuous Improvement

Possess vision/direction to establish targets for continuous improvement
Ability to organize/justify project ROI
Project management skills and ability to understand resource requirements
Complete initial Yellow Belt training

Business Judgement - Decision making & critical thinking in a complex and quick changing environment.

Willing to take calculated risk based on experience & reward
Self-assured decision making
Agile thinking - ability to develop critical solutions

Financial Acumen - Apply Math, Statistics, accounting, budgeting and human resources to establish & measure progress towards goals.

Knowledge of corporate profit measures, such as EBITDA
Knowledge of cost drivers and improvement targets
Solid understanding of material, labor, overhead costs and variance measures

Management Soft Skills - Embrace Uncertainty, Engage Complexity, Elicit Information, Team Management, Evoke the human system (People First)
Facilitation / presentation skills
Ability to develop cohesive team
Ability to provide critical feedback
Ability to reduce complex to simple

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Ability to lift, bend, & stoop when required and stand for extended periods
Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 pounds
Ability to work in front of a laptop or PC workstation for extended periods of time
Occasional standing, sitting, walking, and talking on the phone

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our office is designed to bring people together. It's an open, collaborative space where creativity and teamwork thrive. We believe the best ideas come from shared conversations and we encourage our teams work closely and support one another. To help everyone do their best work, we provide a comfortable and well-equipped workspace, foster team building through activities and social events, and prioritize work-life balance, further helping our employees achieve their personal and professional goals. Our company culture values innovation, inclusivity and a positive attitude, with the contributions of each employee driving our overall success.

Shurtape Technologies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Shurtape Technologies, LLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including identity & expression), medical condition, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirement.