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Owens Corning

Warehouse & Distribribution Supervisor

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Warehouse Leader at the Gastonia, NC plant will be responsible for all warehouse, storage, and shipping processes. They provide technical leadership in the resolution of warehouse problems effectively communicating with all levels of the organization to include internal customers and suppliers. This position helps to implement organizational strategies, standards, and practices to achieve best-in-class performance.

Reports to:
Plant Controller Span of Control:

6 Primary Employees (3- Gastonia Warehouse and 3-External Kings Mountain Warehouse)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Leading in Safety Provides a safe and secure work environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors.

Ensures a clear and effective measurement system is followed and used to drive results; rewards and celebrates safe behavior and achievements; ensures accountability

Participates in work area self-inspections, accident investigations, and corrective action implementation

Leads and supports safety initiatives and processes to drive towards zero recordable injuries Lead Warehouse Operations Leads, supervises, and coordinates warehouse operations and workforce

Conducts shift huddles to communicate daily action plans and safety information

Communicates with carriers and customers to achieve necessary business outcomes

Manages inventory controls in alignment with the SOX and OC controls environments

Sets up and maintains material storage plans (FIFO, blocked stock, storage locations, quality issues, etc.)

Develops expert knowledge and usage of electronic plant systems including, but not limited to: SAP, WMS, and UKG

Key leader of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities Enforces 5S expectations to warehouse team

Supervises and assists in taking physical finished goods inventory

Monitors employee relations and resolve employee issues

Demonstrates the ability to develop and meet key metrics

Collaborates effectively with people at all levels of the organization

Applies statistical methods/data analytics to estimate future manufacturing requirements

Performs safety audits and Job Hazard Assessment (JHA) reviews

Coordinates shuttle activities including stock analysis for inventory needs/capacity by location

Communicates warehouse issues to management (internal and external)

Embraces and enforces all safety practices established for the operation

Back up for warehouse to cover absences

Identifies and initiates cost savings/ productivity improvement opportunities

Drives effective FIFO processes

Audits outbound and inbound shipments for accuracy and compliance to policies

Site contact for outside warehouse/spotting issues Lead and Develop Talent Ensures a positive, creative, diverse, and collaborative work environment where employees contribute to the success of the business

Plans, promotes, and organizes training activities to continuously improve the capabilities of our employees

Establishes clear and measurable performance expectations and holds direct reports accountable for delivering goals

Actively participates in the growth and development of self and others to achieve sustained success

Conducts regular performance management process with employees Implement and lead corrective actions when performance issues occur

Participates in recruiting, interviewing, and screening processes for warehouse candidates

Plan and conduct warehouse employee onboarding and training plans. Lead Across the Site Drives alignment between plant departments Shares best practices, challenge thinking, and provide candid and respectful feedback

Be seen as a leader across the plant by driving engagement and supporting cross-functional projects and teams Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain or Logistics OR (5) years of Warehouse Leader experience

Minimum of our (4) years of related work and supervisory experience Strong computer skills and Microsoft experience

SAP (ERP) system experience is very desirable

Strong internal and external customer service skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Utilizing data and problem-solving methodologies in order to eliminate manufacturing losses Creating and implementing strategic and operations plans

Effective with verbal and written communication

Lean (Six Sigma) and SPC (Statistical Process Control) knowledge a plus About Owens Corning Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ - including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position - to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (

NYSE:

OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.

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