Distribution Supervisor - 12 hour PM shift - Opportunity for future advancement!
Belton, Missouri area
Salary up to 92K+ bonus potential and benefits day one of employment
Are you ready to accelerate your career? Eager for growth and new opportunities for advancement? Look no further! FOUR REASONS TO SAY YES⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
1️⃣ Proven Success: Bonuses have been paid out for 20 years, with last year’s payout at176% of the target.
2️⃣ Work with tenured staff:Your peers have anaverage tenure of 13 yearsof employment with the company
3️⃣ Mentorship & Career Growth: Gain valuable mentorship to help you advance to your next role with arecession-proof company.
4️⃣ Work-Life Balance: In this fast-paced, problem-solving supervisory role, you’ll work every other weekend, totaling only182 days per year.
A profitable, stable, employer is eager to hire their nextDistribution Supervisorfor their 12-hour night shift (6 p.m.-6 a.m.) to oversee the warehouse operations of the assigned shift. The Distribution Supervisor will report to a Warehouse Manager and will have up to 20 direct reports. The Distribution Supervisor is responsible for the following duties:
- Lead shipping and receiving initiatives for the shift
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to maximize safety, quality, delivery and cost initiatives
- Schedule and assign workforce based on production schedule and make adjustments throughout the shift as needed
- Meet daily, weekly and monthly requirements, metrics and goals
- Train, coach, mentor and evaluate the warehouse workforce
- Communicate with management on the status of shipping and receiving activities
- Troubleshoot shift issues that could be related to IT, maintenance, labeling, trucking, etc.
- Maintain manpower goals by working with staffing services and human resources to attract, recruit and interview talent
- Complete shift reports in the ERP and WMS system; communicate with incoming supervisors at shift change
- Lead staff training initiatives
- Complete nightly shift audits
- Handle hr issues, including approving hours and vacation and completing disciplinary actions
- Identify, initiate and maintain process improvements
- Other duties as directed by management
This position requires candidates to be on the manufacturing floor up to 50% of their day. Candidates should have excellent verbal communication skills, be energetic, have the ability to coach and mentor others, have good work history and enjoy floor presence. Problem-solving skills are required!Candidates should be eager for career growth and opportunity for future advancement.These are long-term, 12-hour shifts that require candidates to work every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.Although rare, candidates should be willing to take off-shift calls as needed to answer any questions.PREMIER BENEFITS:Medical benefits are available day one of employment. Other benefits include paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement,EXCELLENT 401K, profit sharing and bonus potential!Requirements for the Distribution Supervisor:
1. A Bachelor's degree is required; December 2024 and May 2025 graduates with relatable manufacturing coops and/or internships will be considered
2. A minimum of 1-5 years of warehouse or distribution supervision experience
3. Experience overseeing at least 10 individuals
4. Non-union supervision experience
5. If not already, willing to become forklift-certified
6. Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and OutlookSkills that are preferred, BUT NOT required:
1. Experience identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
2. Lean or Six Sigma certifications
3. ERP or WMS experience
4. Experience working in consumer products manufacturing
Why work for this organization:
➡️ Company supplies a diverse product line to multiple industries
➡️ EXCELLENT benefits, including 401K, profit sharing and bonus potential
➡️ No layoffs in the last 20 years
➡️ Fast-paced work environment, focused on continuous improvements and Lean initiatives
➡️ Opportunity for advancement into multiple facets of production
➡️ Recession proof company
➡️ Work with peers that have an average tenure of 13 years
Candidates are preferred to be local to the Belton, MO area. There is a conservative relocation program for premier candidates who meet the requirements and want to move to the area.
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Freqently Asked Questions
A Distribution Supervisor in Kansas City directly influences warehouse performance by coordinating shipping and receiving teams, optimizing manpower schedules, and enforcing quality and safety standards. Their strategic oversight ensures smooth night shift operations, crucial for meeting daily production goals and supporting the region's distribution demands.
Employers prioritize candidates with 1-5 years of supervisory experience managing at least 10 warehouse staff, strong communication skills, and a bachelor's degree. Adaptability to night shifts, forklift certification willingness, and proficiency in Microsoft Office further enhance a supervisor’s capability to lead effectively during extended hours.
Growth opportunities often lead to roles such as Distribution Manager or Operations Supervisor, especially with companies emphasizing mentorship and continuous improvement. Veterans in this position can also transition into specialized functions like supply chain optimization or lean process leadership within manufacturing sectors.
Kansas City’s robust logistics sector creates steady demand for distribution supervisors, though competition is moderate due to specialized night shifts. Proximity to Belton and regional industrial hubs favors local applicants, while employers value candidates familiar with Missouri’s labor market and warehouse technologies.
Distribution Supervisors in Belton can expect salaries up to $92,000 annually, often supplemented by bonuses and profit-sharing plans. This compensation reflects the role’s responsibilities overseeing night shifts, managing sizable teams, and contributing to a stable, recession-proof company’s operational success.
Affinity Search fosters advancement through structured mentorship programs, hands-on leadership experiences, and encouraging continuous improvement initiatives. Supervisors benefit from a stable work environment with profit-sharing incentives and opportunities to develop skills applicable across various production and distribution roles.
Supervisors at Affinity Search handle extensive night shift operations requiring acute problem-solving for IT, maintenance, and logistics issues. They must balance workforce management with strict safety and quality standards while adapting to a fast-paced environment focused on lean manufacturing and long-term stability.
Affirmative, especially for candidates aiming to secure a long-term role with a company offering relocation assistance. Local familiarity with the industrial landscape and community can enhance integration, though Affinity Search provides a conservative relocation program for premier prospects meeting their criteria.
Unlike general logistics supervisors, Distribution Supervisors often lead 12-hour night shifts with direct oversight of both shipping and receiving functions. Their role demands hands-on floor presence, real-time troubleshooting, and managing cross-functional teams to meet strict operational metrics and safety compliance.
Familiarity with lean principles, Six Sigma certifications, and ERP or WMS systems can significantly benefit supervisors. These skills enable effective identification and implementation of efficiency enhancements, supporting continuous improvement goals critical to thriving in consumer product manufacturing environments.
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