Distribution Supervisor - DISH

Company Summary:

DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile. 

Department Summary:

Our Manufacturing teams are the gatekeepers who ensure our groundbreaking products meet the standards of innovation and performance we pride ourselves on. From the engineers who design large-scale production systems and cutting-edge quality assurance tools to the hands-on associates who manage our massive inventory flow, they make up a diverse group of behind-the-scenes thinkers dedicated to the success of our organization.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate activities and efficiencies of employees in a manufacturing and distribution work environment for the assembly and distribution of set top boxes
• Review productivity of employees daily for accuracy and compliance with established procedures, and determine workload for team members
• Determine work procedures, prepare work schedules, and expedite workflow
• Study and standardize procedures to improve the efficiency of our operators
• Trace the history of unresolved issues to determine reasons for errors or needed corrections and recommend remedial actions to resolve discrepancies
• Other responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Conduct daily and weekly meetings with team members
• Capable of performing all job duties of direct reports at a high level of proficiency
• Directly responsible for exempt/non-exempt staff, and responsible for the performance of subordinates
• Provide leadership to a manufacturing team and promote employee engagement

This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities assigned to this position and other duties may be assigned.

Skills, Experience and Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED

Skills and Qualifications:

• Leadership experience preferred in a manufacturing/warehouse, retail, and/or food service environment; and/or leadership experience in a volunteer/nonprofit environment
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles, 5-S, and KanBan is preferred but not required
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems is preferred but not required

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This is not a comprehensive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, read and interpret documents and instructions; and frequent identification of letters, numbers, and symbols in a technology environment. The employee must have the ability to use a keyboard and equipment typically found in a manufacturing/warehouse work setting. Individuals must have the ability to lift 45 lbs. and stand for long periods of time and the ability to operate a pallet jack.

Benefits:

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits.

 

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. 

 

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

 

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled. 

Salary Range:USD $71000.00 - $78100.00 / Year