Warehouse Operations Supervisor - Automation

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Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Main responsibilities:

The Automation Supervisor is responsible for the daily operation and production of an automated picking warehouse. The role oversees and provides leadership to a staff of automation operators with the goal of reaching production KPIs and metrics. The Automation Supervisor works in conjunction with onsite maintenance to ensure the operation can continuously produce while providing adequate windows for planned maintenance.

The Automation Supervisor possesses the technical ability to manage the automation system and operators away from the floor. They will make operationally impactful decisions while following SOPs, guidelines, and escalation standards to ensure the best decision is made for production. The Automation Supervisor will provide training and coaching for operators. 

• Oversee the daily operation of an automated order picking machine.  
• Responsible for monitoring system reports, material flow, and operator warehouse crews.
• Supervise warehouse crews in a unionized environment.
• Ability to coach, train and lead work teams to achieve performance as it relates to specialization in receiving, processing, storage, order assembly or loading.
• Ensure the system is maintained and cleaned.
• Ensure adherence to Safeway policies, procedures and practices.
• Take inventories as required. Report and clear indications of “out of stock” or “overstocked” conditions developing.
• Design, monitor, and maintain a safe working environment through compliance of safety programs.
• Supervise maintenance needs as necessary.
• Cultivate a positive and innovative work environment.
• Strive for fast continuous systematic planned improvement. 
   

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• 4 year college degree in Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in automation, warehousing, and business processes.
• 2-4 years previous supervisory experience in warehousing preferred.
• Previous experience in PLC, conveyance systems, or related mechanical fields preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret computerized reports.
• Understanding of warehouse regulations regarding quality and safety.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Considerable initiative and frequent analysis necessary in daily work.
• Proven ability to define performance measures related to the business and hold associates accountable for the same.  
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to work evenings, night shifts, weekends and holidays. 
   

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).  For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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