Veterans Preferred - Distribution Supervisor

Company: Linde
Location: Hammond
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. Praxair, Inc. is a leading industrial gas company in North and South America and one of the largest worldwide . Praxair produces, sells and distributes atmospheric, process and specialty gases , and high-performance surface coatings . Our products, services and technologies are making our planet more productive by bringing efficiency and environmental benefits to a wide variety of industries , including aerospace , chemicals , food and beverage , electronics , energy , healthcare , manufacturing, primary metals and many others. For more information about the company, please visit our website at . Praxair Distribution, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Supervisor to join our team located in Hammond, IN. The Distribution Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating and dispatching of daily routes for 7+ product delivery trucks and trailers, as well as all distribution related activities. Distribution Supervisor - 2nd shift Provides leadership, direction and motivation for day-to-day operations through a team of direct employees Responsible for reliability of supply to our customers and ensuring that all deliveries comply with FDA standards as well as Praxair's quality assurance system Ensures the delivery of packaged & cryogenic products meet internal/external customer requirements Trains the Distribution Team in all aspects of Praxair Safety & Quality systems & requirements Monitors distribution efficiencies and manpower to ensure customer demands are met Responsible for Safety training and evaluations, including leading accident investigations. Controls costs by evaluating shipments, consolidating loads, and selecting most cost-efficient method of shipment Drives productivity to maximize distribution capabilities and operational efficiencies Provides job training that fosters career development and growth among direct reports Ensures all HAZMAT and Driver Load documents are complete and filed May assist in planning work assignments in accordance with employee performance, capacity, production schedules, and anticipated delays Other duties as assigned Qualifications: College Degree Strongly Preferred, HS Diploma is required Prior DOT experience is required Minimum 2+ years Leadership experience Minimum 2+ years Distribution, Logistics, or Transportation experience Demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations with great interpersonal skills Knowledgeable of regulatory agency requirements including, but not limited to, FDA, DOT, OSHA, and EPA. Experience working in a Union environment Strong reasoning and proven analytical and problem-solving skills Proven ability to motivate teams and manage conflict Basic PC skills Ability to access all levels and areas of the facility Ability to interpret and understand DOT and internal compliance policies and procedures and relate them to others Must be willing and able to work 2nd shift All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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