Warehouse SupervisorColumbia, MD (SSI Head Quarters)Who are we?Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu's outstanding reputation and "Excellence in Science." People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu's continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists, and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?What can Shimadzu offer YOU? Competitive Salary & Day 1 Benefits! Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts Variable Pay Plan (Commission based roles & incentive-based roles) Generous Paid Time Off Plan Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday! Education/Tuition Assistance Program (graduate and undergraduate levels) Pet Insurance Optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits Generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs Corporate wellness program Hybrid work environment offered to qualified roles A work environment focused on diversity, inclusion & belonging Employee Resource Groups for Career and Personal DevelopmentMore about your Career Opportunity This position is responsible for supervision and oversight of all warehouse activities to ensure efficient and safe processes, maximize warehouse productivity, ensure the quality of goods, inventory control processes/accuracy and documentation accuracy. Understanding of warehouse technology systems as well as the ability to follow proper manual protocols during any outage. To be successful in this position, the incumbent must be an effective team-builder and leader, be dependable, and have excellent communication, inter-personal, problem-solving, organization and time management skills.The individual in this position is responsible for supervision of the warehouse personnel to include training, scheduling, PTO management, consistent and clear communication with personnel regarding both performance concerns and kudos for performance excellence and annual performance reviews. Motivation of the employees to reach shipping forecast and any other key goals including accuracy and SLAs while working together as a team is a key focus.Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to, effectively utilizing manpower to perform receiving and shipping activities while complying with all regulatory requirements including but not limited to safety, clinical, import/export control and financial. Other responsibilities include helping team members solve problems related to routine shipping matters, as well as other related duties of warehouse operations, which may be assigned by the department manager from time to time.Work closely direct manager and other company management to ensure smooth operations, continuous improvement and communicate any challenges for daily operations or risk the must be addressed to meet goals.JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Supervising warehouse staff and daily activities including scheduling and management of subordinate PTO requests and ensuring adequate personnel for a safe working environment and team productivity. (daily) Supervising, evaluating and reporting on warehouse productivity, challenges and recommended solutions. (daily) Ensuring basic maintenance standards and compliance with health and safety regulations including but not limited to performing a daily inspection of the warehouse grounds, addressing any concerns, documenting as appropriate and leading by example to ensure a culture of safety. (daily) Ensure the shipment of Rush Orders. (daily) Ensure the accuracy of items shipped the proper packing of shipments to meet assigned shipping methods and to ensure the safety of shipments during transportation. (daily) Ensure the accuracy of items received into inventory and put away as well as the efficient and proper processing of returned goods. (daily) Communicate and collaborate effectively with all channels of the business and vendors. (daily) Provide disciplinary action when necessary and maintain a harmonious teamwork environment. (weekly) Interview new candidates and conduct each team member's yearly performance review. (as needed/scheduled) Review accuracy of timesheet reports including an approval of overtime, tardiness and absence (daily) Encourage and motivate the team members in performing their jobs efficiently as a team, cross-train and help out others when needed. (daily) Support and monitor cycle count process. (daily) Identify problem area and help improve operational procedures where applicable. (daily) Maintain cleanliness of the warehouse, work stations, dumpster area and all other areas of activity. (daily) Must be capable of safely operating forklift and maintain certification to do so. (as needed)PROBLEM SOLVING REQUIREMENTS:The incumbent is required to exercise independent judgment in routine matters governed by procedures and must be able to draw upon any resources needed to effectively manage the warehouse's day to day operation.KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:CASUALWORKINGTHOROUGHMS TeamsHand-Held ScannersCustomer RelationsMS WordMS ExcelMS OutlookBasic Computer Exp.GreatPlainsSSI UtilitiesInventory ControlWarehouse FunctionsShipping & ReceivingStrong CommunicationHands on SupervisoryCommunication SkillsWarehouse SafetyEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:The incumbent is required to have a high school diploma, with 7-10 years of related warehouse experience in overall functions of inventory control, traffic control, shipping, receiving, warehouse management, and safety. Experience with regulatory requirements regarding import/export controls, radiation safety, chemical storage, clinical products a plus. Previous supervisory and/or team lead experience a plus. Qualified candidates must meet the definition of a US Person under EAR and ITAR.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. As applicable, the parties agree that they shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR Section 60-1.4(a); 41 CFR Section 60-300.5(a); 41 CFR Section 60-741.5(a); and 29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A with respect to affirmative action program and posting requirements, and that these requirements are incorporated herein. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors ensure nondiscrimination and take affirmative action in employment to employ and advance qualified individuals without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, and protected Veteran status. These regulations also prohibit covered contractors from taking adverse action against applicants or employees because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their or their co-worker's compensation information in certain situations.Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means.