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Elkay Distribution Center Operations Supervisor in Freeport, Illinois
Distribution Center Operations Supervisor
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
The Distribution Center Operations Supervisor leads and manages warehouse activities within the distribution center. This includes oversight to safety, quality, engagement, light assembly, on time shipping, safety of goods coming through the warehouse, and overall performance to the companies aligned KPI’s. As an Operations Supervisor, you will have the leadership opportunity to coach, develop, motivate, and mentor an operational team.
This person will be a key leader within the regional fulfillment team and will report up to the Distribution Center Operations Manager. This position will be responsible for managing and leading a team to execute the responsibilities as noted above.
This position is located at our Freeport Distribution Center, Freeport, IL.
Key Accountabilities
Leadership for all operations within the warehouse.
Effectively manage Warehouse Leads and associates.
Build team chemistry and develop associates for future roles in the business.
Support all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates.
Accountability for meeting Key Performance Indicators such as safety and dock to stock.
Responsible for managing daily, weekly, monthly metrics and executing on counter measures.
Build and execute productivity plans by reviewing work forecasts, determining productivity requirements, and partnering with other Area Supervisors to balance labor.
Develop performance goals and objectives to achieve customer expectations and ensure accuracy and quality.
Engage the Regional Operations Support Coordination and ICQA teams to meet internal KPI’s and customer satisfaction targets.
Promote continuous improvement culture and lead process improvement initiatives and lean tools.
Work with the management team to improve employee engagement by initiating and/or facilitating team building events that also support our community.
Qualifications/Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Excellent communication and people skills
Experience with Oracle, Axapta & Microsoft D365 system performing complex transactions a plus
Good writing/administrative skills, including computer skills (word processing, graphics, spreadsheet, Minitab, etc.).
Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management.
Team oriented with the ability to influence others.
Capabilities and Success Factors
Building Effective Teams
Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Total Rewards and Benefits
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
Matching 401(k) Contribution
Health Savings Account
Educational Reimbursement
Matching Gift Program
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Total Rewards and Benefits
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
Matching 401(k) Contribution
Health Savings Account
Up to 3 Weeks Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Eligibility
Educational Reimbursement
Matching Gift Program
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Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one?
A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time.
In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse.
Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself.
What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture.
While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most.
Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values.
We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.