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Firestone engineers air springs and related products for commercial trucks and trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, mini vans, motor homes, buses, agricultural equipment, rail and industrial applications.\nJob Category\nSupply Chain & Procurement Position Summary\nThe Distribution Center Supervisor leads day-to-day warehouse operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity (SQDCP) objectives. This role directs hourly teammates across receiving, put-away, picking, packing, labeling, staging, and shipping; ensures accurate SAP transactions and inventory integrity; and supports on-time, error-free delivery to aftermarket, commercial vehicle, and automotive OEM customers. The Supervisor serves as the primary floor leader, partners closely with the DC Manager and cross-functional teams, and drives a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities\nSafety and Environmental\nPromote and model a positive, accountable safety culture; ensure teammates follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and safe work practices.\nConduct and document safety observations, job safety analysis (JSA) reviews, and PPE assessments.\nEnsure powered industrial truck (forklift) operators are trained, certified, and complete pre-shift inspections.\nInvestigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; implement and verify corrective actions.\nMaintain emergency preparedness, including evacuation routes, fire extinguisher access, and clear aisles, and support drills such as Disaster Day exercises.\nSupport environmental management system requirements, including waste segregation, recycling, and ISO 14001 compliance.\nLeadership and Teammate Development\nSupervise, schedule, and assign work to hourly teammates and Team Leads to meet daily shipping and receiving requirements.\nLead daily start-up and tier meetings to communicate priorities, safety topics, performance results, and customer requirements.\nTrain, coach, and cross-train teammates using standard work and point-of-use work instructions; maintain training records and skills matrices.\nIdentify and develop high-potential teammates and Team Lead candidates, including use of available learning resources such as LinkedIn Learning.\nAdminister attendance, timekeeping, and work rules fairly and consistently; address performance and conduct issues in partnership with Human Resources.\nParticipate in hiring, onboarding, and individual improvement plan (IIP) reviews for direct reports.\nWarehouse Operations\nDirect receiving, put-away, replenishment, picking, packing, billing, staging, loading, and shipping activities.\nCoordinate inbound and outbound shipments to meet customer schedules, carrier pickups, and automotive delivery windows.\nEnsure correct customer-specific packaging, returnable containers, pallet build, stacking, and load securement to prevent damage and pallet collapse.\nVerify accurate shipping labels, packing lists, bills of lading, and advance ship notices (ASN) before product leaves the dock.\nManage dock and staging areas to maintain organization, traceability, and proper label placement.\nBalance labor and equipment to respond to volume peaks, expedites, specials, and OE, commercial vehicle, automotive, and international orders.\nMaintain warehouse equipment and facilities in good working condition and coordinate repairs with maintenance.\nInventory Control and SAP\nEnsure accurate and timely SAP transactions, including goods receipts, transfer orders, handling units, deliveries, and goods issues.\nLead the cycle count program; research and resolve inventory discrepancies and process inventory adjustments according to financial controls.\nMaintain FIFO, bin location accuracy, and barcode labeling of storage locations.\nTrack customer returnable packaging balances and ensure accurate reporting and follow-up.\nSupport SAP and warehouse system improvements, including scan-based picking, delivery grouping, and validation enhancements.\nQuality and Compliance\nEnsure compliance with the Quality Management System and customer-specific requirements, including automotive OEM labeling and packaging standards.\nConduct order accuracy audits and verification checks to prevent pick, pack, label, and shipment quantity errors.\nLead or support containment and root cause investigations for customer complaints and internal nonconformances using 5 Why, 8D, and Is/Is Not methods.\nSupport PFMEA and control plan updates, corrective and preventive actions, and verification of effectiveness.\nPrepare for and participate in internal and external audits; maintain document control for work instructions and visual standards.\nPerformance Management and Continuous Improvement\nMonitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time shipment, order accuracy, inventory accuracy, productivity, and safety.\nMaintain the SQD board and visual management tools; communicate performance trends and action plans.\nLead 5S, lean, and waste-reduction activities, including regular 5S audits.\nIdentify and implement improvements to pick strategy, receiving and put-away flow, carton and packing material selection, and workplace layout.\nLead or participate in cross-functional continuous improvement projects.\nCommunication and Collaboration\nPartner with Customer Service, manufacturing, supply chain, transportation, sales, and quality to resolve order, routing, and delivery issues.\nCommunicate directly with carriers and customer contacts regarding shipment status, pickups, and adjustments.\nEscalate risks to on-time delivery, quality, or safety to the DC Manager promptly.\nPerform other duties as assigned to support distribution center objectives.\nMinimum Qualifications\n Education and Experience\nAssociate or bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field preferred.\n3-5 years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.\nExperience in an automotive, manufacturing, or OEM-supplier distribution environment preferred.\nExperience with SAP or a comparable ERP/WMS system required.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nStrong leadership, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills with the ability to motivate a diverse team.\nWorking knowledge of inventory control, cycle counting, FIFO, and shipping and receiving processes.\nUnderstanding of customer-specific labeling, packaging, and ASN requirements for automotive OEMs.\nKnowledge of OSHA requirements, powered industrial truck safety, and warehouse safe work practices.\nFamiliarity with ISO 9001/IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 management systems.\nProficiency with structured problem-solving tools (5 Why, 8D, PFMEA, control plans) and lean/5S principles.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams; ability to analyze data and prepare reports.\nStrong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.\nClear written and verbal communication skills at all levels of the organization.\nKey Performance Measures\nSafety: recordable injuries, near-miss reporting, and completion of safety observations and audits.\nQuality: order accuracy, customer complaints, and label and shipment errors.\nDelivery: on-time shipment and missed or expedited shipments.\nInventory: cycle count accuracy and inventory adjustments.\nPeople: attendance, training completion, cross-training coverage, and retention.\nCost and productivity: labor efficiency, overtime, and premium freight.\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment\nWork is performed primarily on the warehouse floor with exposure to forklifts, moving equipment, noise, and seasonal temperature changes.\nMust be able to stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.\nRequired personal protective equipment includes safety footwear, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests as required.\nMust be able to work extended hours, overtime, and flexible schedules, including weekends, to meet business needs.\nWhat we offer\nAt Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:\nA supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.\nThe opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.\nCorporate Social Responsibility activities.\nA truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.\nAgility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.\nAn effective and inclusive team.\nBridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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