Avery Dennison
Packaging And Containers
WarehouseSupervisor
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“Warehouse Supervisor at Avery Dennison. Skills: Operational oversight, Team leadership, Safety compliance. Direct daily activities for receiving. Direct daily activities for dispatch”
What You'll Achieve.
Attain production goals; Attain safety goals; Attain quality goals; Attain service goals; Attain productivity goals; Attain cost reduction goals
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Sound knowledge of safety protocols, Ability to promote safety culture, Ability to champion safety initiatives, Proficiency in tracking operational metrics, Proficiency in managing operational metrics, Proficiency in continuous improvement, Demonstrated ability to ensure best practices, Demonstrated ability to ensure standard operating procedures, Excellent verbal communication skills, Excellent written communication skills, Proven ability to coach individuals, Proven ability to provide clear feedback, Proven ability to support growth, Proven ability to support new skill development
What You'll Do.
Direct daily activities for receiving
Direct daily activities for dispatch
Allocate labor resources effectively
Meet fluctuating demand
Manage dock scheduling
Coordinate with transport partners
Ensure on-time delivery
Ensure on-time pick-up
Investigate stock discrepancies
Resolve stock discrepancies
Manage warehouse operatives
Provide daily briefings
Set performance targets
Conduct 1-on-1 appraisals
Cross-train staff on functions
Operate automated systems
Operate material handling equipment
Foster positive work environment
Foster inclusive work environment
Prioritize employee engagement
Enforce safety protocols
Maintain equipment safely
Operate equipment safely
Maintain tour-ready facility
Enforce 5S organization standards
Conduct safety walk-throughs
Utilize data dashboards
Monitor real-time productivity
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Supply chain objectives
Communication Scope
Clear instructions; Assign workloads
Process & Methodology
Lean methodologies, Six Sigma methodologies
Full Job Description
Operations Supervisors directly supervise operations teams in attaining production, safety, quality, service, productivity, cost reduction, and other department goals. As a Warehouse Supervisor, you will lead the logistics and storage operations, ensuring alignment with supply chain objectives and fostering an environment of safety and efficiency. This role is primarily based on-site at our Longford facility. Key Responsibilities 1. Operational Oversight * Workflow Management: Direct daily activities for receiving and dispatch, ensuring labor resources are allocated effectively to meet fluctuating demand. * Logistics Coordination: Manage dock scheduling and coordinate with transport partners to ensure on-time delivery and pick-up. * Inventory Integrity: Lead cycle counting and full physical audits; investigate and resolve stock discrepancies within the ERP system. 2. Team Leadership & Development * Supervision: Manage a team of warehouse operatives, providing clear daily briefings, setting performance targets, and conducting regular 1-on-1 appraisals. * Training: Onboard new hires and ensure all staff are cross-trained on various functions, including the operation of automated systems and material handling equipment. * Culture: Foster a positive, inclusive work environment that prioritizes employee engagement and retention. 3. Safety & Compliance * Regulatory Standards: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and ensure all Manual Handling Equipment (forklifts, conveyors) is maintained and operated safely. * Audit Readiness: Maintain a "tour-ready" facility by enforcing 5S organization standards and conducting regular safety walk-throughs. 4. Tech & Data Integration * System Proficiency: Utilize ERP, and data dashboards to monitor real-time productivity and identify bottlenecks. * Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows through "Lean" or "Six Sigma" methodologies. ## Qualifications * Sound knowledge of safety protocols and the abilit
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