Job Purpose:

Our Kitting and Co-Packing Shift Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of kitting production department within our organization. This role is crucial in ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining quality standards, and fostering a positive work environment among team members. Close collaboration with other supervisors and departments to achieve production goals is critical.

Job Responsibilities:

● Lead and supervise a team of kitting production workers, including scheduling, training, and performance management. Motivate and inspire team members to meet production targets and quality standards.
● Ensure adherence to company policies, safety guidelines, and production schedules.
● Oversee the kitting process from start to finish, ensuring materials are accurately picked and assembled according to work orders.
● Monitor production metrics such as output, efficiency, and quality, and take corrective actions as needed.
● Collaborate with the planning and logistics teams to prioritize production schedules and ensure timely delivery of kits.
● Implement and enforce quality control procedures to maintain high standards of product quality. 
● Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and resolve quality issues promptly. Work with the Quality Assurance team to address any non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
● Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings within the kitting production department. Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of continuous learning and development among team members.
● Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including procurement, inventory control, and shipping, to ensure smooth production flow. Act as a point of contact for escalations and resolve issues in a timely manner.
● Provide regular updates on production performance, challenges, and achievements to management.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

● Strong understanding of kitting processes, inventory management, and production scheduling.
● Knowledge of quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
● Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing or kitting environment.

Work Experience:

● 1-3 years of related experience of successful supervisory/management experience required to motivate and develop direct reports, as well as size up new talent.● 3-5 years of related job experience.● Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.● Ability to work quickly and efficiently.● A through understanding of government regulations (DOT, OSHA, HazMat, etc.).● Basic experience of simple office/operational systems.● Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.● Experienced in providing leadership to others regarding work related systems, processes, and challenges.● Experience of interpreting strategy and policy in order to set and deliver objectives.● Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timescales within the overall policy framework.● Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.● Strong customer service skills (friendly, courteous and helpful).● Strong planning and organization skills are required.● Warehouse experience required preferably working in a distribution environment.

Education:

● Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Working Conditions:
The work environment for this position requires:
● Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
● Exposure to loud noise.
● Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements listed below are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 
● Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50 - 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
● Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
● Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.  
● Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance .
● Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
● Kneeling -  kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and duties may change from time to time depending on our business needs.  

What We Offer

● Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.

● Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.

● Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.

● Healthcare benefits and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more! Learn more here.

Veritiv Corporation, headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design-to-delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we’re helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
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