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Libbey · 2 days ago

Operations Supervisor (1st Shift)

Libbey is a company that specializes in producing high-quality glass and tabletop products. The 1st Shift Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading team members to meet customer quality and service expectations while achieving operational goals in cost, quality, and efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Perform research and analysis; assist in the design and development of distribution processes which include quality, safety, cost reduction and operations to facilitate continuous process improvement
Establish daily production goals and monitor intra-day performance to achieve these goals
Work closely with key stakeholders: Customer Service, Sales, Inventory Control, Finance etc. to ensure delivery of all key service objectives
Lead and participate in root cause analysis to identify problems and recommend changes
Monitor production standards and develop programs to improve operational throughput
Observe team member activities and work methods, recommend areas of opportunity
Coach team members towards meeting goals
Assist in training team members on distribution processes and equipment
Assist the DC Manager in problem resolution relating to production, standard operating procedures, safety and quality
Evaluate the performance of team members and communicate feedback regarding job performance and expectations in a timely manner
Participate in distribution project teams acting as a co-facilitator or facilitator
May act as a project manager on assigned projects
May serve on cross-functional teams
May perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Multi-shift distribution experienceDock operations experienceLogistics technical skillsWarehouse Management SystemsAnalytical skillsBilingual (English/Spanish)Microsoft Office SuiteForklift operationCoachingCommunication skillsMentoring

Required

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 3+ years of multi-shift distribution center experience
Hands‑on experience with dock operations (LTL & TL)
Experience managing shipping cutoffs and working under tight, time‑sensitive conditions
Technical skills in logistics processes and methods to include flow, cost efficiencies, engineered standards, equipment, safety and quality
Analytical skills to include problem identification and resolution
Ability to multi-task in a rapidly changing, deadline driven work environment, with minimal mistakes
Ability to lead and develop people utilizing excellent communication skills
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan, Red Prairie) essential
Ability and willingness to work alternate shifts as required, to include weekends
Ability to safely operate a sit‑down forklift and a reach‑truck forklift

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred; work experience strongly considered in lieu of degree
A passion to grow personally and professionally, as well as develop others on your team
Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

Company

Libbey

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Libbey Inc. is an Glass and glass product manufacturing company