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
Strong communication, problem-solving ability, and hands-on mentorship define top Distribution Supervisors in Greenwood. Managing up to 20 team members, balancing operational flow, and ensuring safety require energetic leaders who can adapt quickly and foster a motivated warehouse environment.
In Greenwood, this position uniquely blends night-shift oversight with cross-functional coordination, emphasizing continuous improvement and lean practices. Unlike typical day roles, it demands 12-hour shifts with weekend rotation, highlighting resilience and proactive manpower management.
Successful supervisors often advance into operations management or specialized logistics leadership roles. Continuous mentorship and a stable company environment in Greenwood support growth, allowing motivated individuals to transition into broader supply chain or production oversight positions.
Affinity Search champions long-term employee retention with a 13-year average tenure, rewarding performance through consistent bonuses and profit sharing. Candidates can anticipate a culture focused on safety, growth, and balanced work-life integration within a recession-resilient business.
The company provides structured mentorship and hands-on leadership experiences, especially during the 12-hour night shifts. This framework encourages skill enhancement in process improvements and team management, positioning supervisors for future elevated roles within the organization.
Offering salaries up to $92,000 plus bonuses and comprehensive benefits from day one, this role stands out in Missouri's distribution sector. The inclusion of profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and 401k options makes it a notably attractive package for warehouse leadership positions.
Balancing workforce scheduling with fluctuating production demands and maintaining safety overnight are typical hurdles. Supervisors must adeptly troubleshoot issues from equipment to logistics while sustaining team morale during less conventional hours.
Forklift certification is often expected or encouraged, enhancing safety and operational control. Lean Six Sigma credentials, while preferred, boost a supervisor's capability in continuous improvement, aligning with local employers’ focus on efficiency in distribution centers.
Demand remains steady due to the area's manufacturing and consumer product distribution hubs. Candidates with supervisory experience and local ties benefit from moderate competition and relocation support, reflecting ongoing investment in warehouse leadership.
The role involves leading shipping and receiving operations, coordinating staffing, conducting training, and resolving technical or logistical issues. Regular audits and communication with management ensure shift goals in quality and delivery are met while fostering a collaborative team environment.
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