Distribution Supervisor

Carlisle Companies
Carlisle, PA
Job Description
At Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM), we believe a strong, diverse, and inclusive team creates stronger outcomes. We're seeking a collaborative and experienced Distribution Supervisor - 2nd shift to lead operations across our Carlisle campus. If you're passionate about supply chain excellence, safety, and developing high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you! This position provides supervision for hourly distribution personnel and coordinates team members and resources to ensure distribution activities are completed safely and efficiently.   
 
Job Responsibilities:


Hourly associates:  hiring, training, development, coaching, certification, performance evaluation / feedback and discipline.  

Supervise daily operations required for the receipt, storage, and distribution of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. 
Measure and manage the Department’s daily Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance. 
Ensure Department maintains a vibrant safety program to include, pro-active safety initiatives, incident investigations, and facilitating an effective Department Safety Team. 
Support inventory control functions such as, annual physical inventory, FIFO (First In – First Out) date compliance, customer returns. 
Manage and support all daily expectations of planned, initiated, and ongoing COS programs. 
Develop and implement strategies to control cost and improve performance on department KPM’s. 

 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
Knowledge: 

Department of Transportation’s hazardous materials regulations 
Safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, ADA, etc.) 
Safety Data Sheet requirements 
Campus policies and procedures including payroll and handbook 
Raw materials and their equivalents 
Warehouse layout techniques 
Finished goods product line 
Employee counseling/coaching methods 
Fork truck operation 

Skills: 

Team leadership 
Reading and comprehension of safety data sheets, product labels, process specifications, and general instructions 
Mathematical calculations including basic algebraic equations 
Working on computers to use Microsoft Office, SAP, and the SFIS Shop Floor Information System 
Problem solving and troubleshooting 
Filling out shipping logs and SF tally sheets 

Abilities: 

Making decisions independently and with teams 
Inspiring, motivating, and guiding others 
Driving a fork truck 


Communicating with supervisors, team members, and plant management 

 
Education & Experience Requirements: 
Education:  

HS Diploma or GED required 
Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration strongly preferred 

Experience Required 

Two to three years working in a large distribution center or manufacturing environment in a leadership role.   

 
Supervisory Responsibilities: 

Supervises Crew Leaders, Truck Drivers and Material Handlers across a designated shift 
Coach Material Handlers on use of SAPi/tablets. 
Advise Material Handlers on where to stock product. 
Advise and Instruct Material Handlers on product to consolidate 
Advise Material Handlers on where to pick product. 

 
 Equipment/Data 

Equipment Operated:  Telephone, Calculator, Computer, Printer, Tablet and Barcode Scanner, Forklift, Scissor Lift, Stretch Wrap Machine, Dock Leveler, and Trailer Restraints. 
Data Used: SAP, SAPi, SFIS, BI, Production Forecast, Inbound Forecast, Sales Forecast. 
Interactions with Others:  Distribution Department Personnel, Production Scheduler, Production Supervisors and Group Leaders, Customer Service, Product Managers, Sales, Research and Development, Shipping departments, Accounting, Inventory Control, Purchasing. 

 Work Environment:   

Manufacturing / Warehouse setting 
Fast pace congested material handling equipment traffic.   
Potential for a drafty work area. 
Fumes from forklift exhaust and handling of adhesives. 
Chemical exposure. 
Pinch hazard from moving mechanical parts on forklift, truck doors, etc. 
Occasionally work in high places using a safety cage. 

 
Physical Requirements:

Sitting – while working at a desk and on a computer 
Standing – while observing operations 
Walking – walking to and from areas of the plant for observation of operations 
Bending & Stooping – while observing operations and while potentially using the skid wrapping machine 
Sight – seeing and recognizing safety hazards and warnings 
Talking & Hearing – clearly communicating with team members, supervisors, and other members of the plant 
Lifting – must be able to lift up to 50lbs 

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used: 

Hearing Protection 
Safety Shoes 
Cut Resistant Gloves 
Safety Glasses
PPE required for use of specific chemicals will be provided when needed