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About Us:

Daifuku is the nation's leading independent, U.S.based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers inhouse, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leadingedge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and lightdirected order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Position Summary:

The Plant Supervisor- Shipping & Recieving (2nd Shift, 2:00pm-10:30pm) supervises activities of Shop employees, supports manufacturing, and safety objectives.

Ideal Candidate:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Sponsorship 
• Must be available to work on-site daily in Hobart, Indiana
• Must be available to work 2nd shift hours 2:00pm-10:30pm (Two Saturdays monthly will be required as well)
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, formulas, and data analysis tools.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality output.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting.

Salary Range: $70,000.00-$90,000.00

We take care of our team from day one - literally! Enjoy a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and future:

• Day 1 benefits - no waiting period to access your health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work
• Short-Term Disability coverage for added peace of mind when you need it most
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% to help you build your financial future
• General Bonus Opportunity based on performance and company success
• Comprehensive benefits that support your overall well-being - because we believe happy employees do their best work!

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Leads the daily work of the team, including scheduling staff, planning and assigning work, implementing policies and procedures, and ensuring efficient work flow
• Direct employees in meeting quality and on-time delivery requirements, address production challenges, and communicate issues to relevant managers
• Follow the dispatch due dates and send repors with updates on the end of your shift to your manager and plant manager
• Partner with production department in managing workflow and ensuring that employees understand their responsibilities and delegated tasks
• Lead 6S improvements with your manager and direct employess to reach the goal of 90 points
• Provides technical guidance to team members and consults with other resources when needed
• Communicates with the Manager regarding schedules and backlogs
• Assists the Manager with selection and performance management of employees and recommending compensation
• Recommends equipment upgrades, staffing adjustments, improvements in procedures and working conditions, and process modifications
• Monitoring employee productivity and providing constructive feedback and coaching
• Gives the team written and oral instructions
• Standardizes procedures to improve efficiency
• Follows departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous improvement objectives, and safety rules
• Maintain timekeeping and attandance recods for your grups using UKG
• Issue corrective actions for employees who are not adhering to compony polices (safety,attandance etc)
• Ensures that employees are progressing on training plans to achieve higher levels of performance and production.
• Evaluates employee performance.
• Responsible for first line employee relations and resolution of issues within their departments.
• Employees are responsible to comply with all requirements of Daifuku's QMS policies and procedures.
• Employees are to ensure sustainable process outputs that drive continuous improvement to provide leading industry performance and exceptional customer satisfaction

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field a plus
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• Supervisory experience a plus
• Supervisory skills
• Ability to deal with conflicts and employee issues in a professional manner
• Technical orientation with ability to learn new technologies
• Computer skills including MS Office
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Customer service orientation
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Must be able to write and speak English Language