Columbia Sportswear's Distribution Center located in Robards, KY is currently hiring an Interim Production Supervisor I on the weekend shift to provide adequate operations coverage from approximately mid-April through mid-June. Candidates must be performing satisfactorily in their current roles and exhibit above average attendance. The successful candidate must have a demonstrating record of working independently and good organizational skills. The selected candidate will return back to their home department and original pay rate at the end of the assignment.

Contribute to the distribution of product from Columbia Sportswear’s main Distribution Center by ensuring the timely, accurate and efficient operation of the department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise the assigned area and its employees. Includes scheduling employees to ensure adequate department coverage. Monitor workflow, anticipate changes and adjust staffing as needed. Work with the coordinator in training department personnel in proper work methods and ensuring these methods are followed.
• Protect well-being and safety of department personnel by training employees in safe work practices. Confirm that these practices are being followed, through supervision and follow-through. Ensure that all equipment is safe, in good working order and properly maintained.
• Coordinate with other departments and technical support staff to ensure smooth flow of information and product.
• Coordinate with the department manager to ensure proper staffing of temporary help and full time positions.
• Maintain efficiency and production goals for individuals and the department.
• Maintain positive open lines of communication with all Columbia Sportswear management, staff and other departments in order to contribute to the smooth flow of information and efficient operation of the organization.
• Ability to cope with a stressful work environment and cordially interact with coworkers to accomplish common tasks.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 years experience in warehouse operations in progressively responsible positions. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Possess working knowledge of warehouse operations, computerized distribution systems, and intermediate level of computer skills.
• Mental ability to conduct interpersonal interactions with company personnel.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions independently and with discretion.
• Physical ability to use telephone, move freely around the Distribution Center, stoop, crouch, sit and stand for extended periods of time, regularly lift/carry up to 40 pounds and push up to 80 pounds.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

Job includes full supervisory responsibility for department personnel. Includes providing input on employee evaluations, approving any absences or overtime, hiring, terminations, pay changes, payroll records, job changes, and training.

JOB SCOPE

Job involves recurring work situations with frequent variations from the norm. Variety exists in terms of problem resolution (frequency, types of problems etc.) and managing multiple tasks.

Incumbent provides input on departmental practices and procedures.

Duties are performed with general and/or specific directions given and work is checked or verified more by results.

Decisions are made within general Distribution Center guidelines.

Errors in judgment can adversely affect the flow of product from the Distribution Center, resulting in customer dissatisfaction and possibly loss of sales.

JOB CONDITIONS

Travel is not required for this position.

Job is performed in warehouse environment, which could include hot or cold temperatures, dust and noise.

Exposure to Distribution Center machinery/equipment such as conveyor belts, forklifts, and loading docks.

Job typically requires 5-8 hour days or 4-10 hour days, with periodic overtime as required. Weekend work may be required.

Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.

At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.