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Job Posting Title

Shipping/Receiving Supervisor

Job Description Summary

#TeamAAM is looking for a Shipping/Receiving Supervisor to join our Metal Forming team in Fraser, Michigan.

The Shipping/Receiving Supervisor receives, verifies, and processes incoming shipments. They pack and prepare products for shipping. They also review and record incoming shipments and products; checks the condition of contents and alignment with original order. This individual will route or move shipments to the proper departments or storage locations. They will also ensure all shipping/receiving personnel adhere to company and regulatory policy and procedure.

Ready to join the team that is Bringing the Future Faster? Apply today!

Job Description

• Effectively uses personnel, materials, and equipment within department.
• Supervises associates involved with shipping and receiving, plant build schedules, and movement of material.
• Assures adherence to the material pull system process.
• Provides follow-up assistance in assuring maximum schedule performance.
• Facilitates the self-directed work group contact.
• Maintains department records and keeps management informed of developments as they occur.
• Maintains quality services by establishing and enforcing customer requirements and AAM Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) / Work Instructions.
• Supports and participates in continuous improvement workshops.
• Follows site health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Performs general housekeeping in and around designated area. Knowledge of 5S.
• Communicates effectively to Operations Manager and Plant Manager regularly; keeping them updated on activities and progresses along with any issues that may arise.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Leads cycle counts and data integrity.
• Effectively interacts with drivers and customers by exchanging information, engaging others in conversation and responding to questions.
• Schedules and coordinates the efficient distribution of products through the supply chain to satisfy customer demand.
• Manages product inventory to ensure correct inventory levels are kept throughout the supply chain.
• Reviews and maintains inventory reports.
• Leads General Stores.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

Qualifications & Skills:

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures as they relate to material flow.
• Availability and willingness to work any shift, overtime, and weekends as requested.
• Working experience with business-related computer systems including Microsoft Office products.
• Able to pass a crane certification test.
• Must show willingness to demonstrate S4 principles in daily job duties.
• Must show attention to detail, maintain a productive attitude and have willingness to take the extra steps needed to ensure the job is done correctly.

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Logistics or Materials-related field, or equivalent training.
• 3-5 years of production operations experience, particularly in high volume manufacturing.
• Experience in automotive, forging, or similar industries.
• Familiarity with an union environment.
• Operating knowledge of Plexus.
• General Stores experience.

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.