About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

This Supervisor role is responsible for assisting the Operations Manager with overseeing and direction of North American distribution. They receive assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals. Typically works on several functions is involved in hiring, job duties and overseeing of a team of at least 3.

Sound Interesting? Here's what you'll do:

• Oversee and manage a team of at least 3
• Perform or have knowledge of most job descriptions in various areas of the distribution center
• Communicate and uphold policies, goals and objectives with employees
• Guide and monitor workflow and productivity
• LEAN knowledge/activities and ongoing operational improvement
• Efficient methods to ensure all resources, including personnel, are maximized
• Maintain Appropriate records with regards to SOP's
• Analyze KPI's and troubleshoot to maintain efficiency
• Implement and drive safety requirements for a safe working environment
• Drive all company initiatives and HR policies
• Write and give individual performance evaluations
• Maintain product quality and drive required standards
• Maintain equipment and inventory supplies
• Continual communication with the Operations Manager and other members of the company
• Scheduling of staff to meet OTD demands
• Motivate and coach staff
• Attend and/or provide management meetings as required
• Maintain clean and safe working environments (6S compliance)

Do you qualify?

• 3 years of relevant experience.
• Forklift WMS Required.
• Ability to motivate through Strong Effective leadership.
• Effective communication skills.
• Energy and enthusiasm for production and problem solving.
• Strong initiative and follow-up skills.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
• Requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand and walk for prolonged periods, climb, reach, crouch, operate a forklift and pallet jack, and perform repetitive movements with upper and lower extremities.
• Requires two to four years of experience in cycle counting, customer service, shipping, data entry functions, POD/tracer, receiving, order administration/control, picking, restocking, and quality control/checking.
• Demonstrated proficiency with spreadsheets and word processing programs, experience with SAP software, and demonstrated ability to work effectively under deadlines and varied job pressure.
• Ability to travel as required.

Nice to Have:

• Demonstrated proficiency with spreadsheets and word processing programs, experience with SAP software, and demonstrated ability to work effectively under deadlines and varied job pressure.
• Highjump SAP

Working Environment:

• Frequent exposure to noise, moisture, heat or cold, and continuous exposure to dust. Overtime may be required. Fast paced environment with rapidly changing priorities.

EEO Requirements - The company is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an
equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation,
citizenship status, veteran status, age, gender, or any other applicable basis that is protected by foreign,
federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).