Department:Technical Operations
Job Description:Want to lead a Team that keeps our aircraft stocked with the parts they need to fly safely and on time? As a Supervisor of Material Stores at Southwest, you'll guide a Team of Material Specialists and oversee daily warehouse and line operations that support our Technical Operations Teams. You'll help make sure aircraft parts are received, stored, and delivered correctly, including time-sensitive parts that are needed right away. You'll also make sure work is done safely and follows company and regulatory guidelines. By staying organized, supporting your Team, and keeping operations running smoothly, you'll play an important role in helping Southwest keep our aircraft ready to fly every day
Additional details - This role supports all hours of the Southwest Operation, including early mornings, late evenings, and holidays.
- U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
Model the Southwest Way- Guide and lead Team Members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop and engage Employees
- Adhere to Company values and competencies to foster a culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment
- Invest in Leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development
Responsibilities- Provide daily oversight of Material Stores and Line material operations
- Oversee and problem solve issues associated with inventory accuracy, parts issuing, shipping, receiving, stocking, material handling, and equipment
- Provide oversight of the movement of all parts and supplies to outstations
- Responsible for warehouse operations
- Supervise Union Employees and ensure compliance with all work rules
- Conduct Material Stores audits
- Develop shift schedules, approve Material Specialists' time off, award overtime
- Oversee Material Specialist's training requirements and monitor attendance
- May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, Leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of People and resources
- Knowledge of Supply Chain Management (Purchasing, Material Planning, Repairs)
- Knowledge of stockroom procedures and Material Stores functions
- Knowledge of aircraft tooling and testing equipment
- Knowledge of Dangerous Goods shipping and chemical storage segregation
- Skilled in recognizing a problem, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
- Skilled in communicating effectively, both oral and written, and have the ability to speak in group situations
Education- Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience- Fully functioning, broad knowledge in:
- Material Stores, warehouse inventory management, logistics, or airline operations
- Aviation or Supply Chain Management
- Leadership
Licensing/CertificationPhysical Abilities- Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to move/transport 75 lbs. on an occasional basis (under 50%)
- Ability to operate motorized vehicles/equipment
- Ability to raise 75 lbs. on an occasional basis (under 50%)
- Must be able to remain in a stationary seated position for over 50% of the time
- Must be able to remain in a stationary upright position for over 50% of the time
- Ability to traverse from one location to another
- Ability to perform assigned duties in outdoor and inclement weather conditions
- Ability to perform assigned duties with potential exposure to excessive noise, vibrations and/or sensory conditions
- Ability to compose text
Other Qualifications- Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must be able to obtain a driver's license
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have the authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must be able to travel
- Must be able to work rotating shifts, work holidays, and weekends
Pay & Benefits:Competitive market salary ranges from $85,300 per year to $94,800 per year* depending on qualifications and experience, with opportunity for future pay increases based on performance and market movement. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
Benefits you'll love:
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
- Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
- Potential for annual Profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***
- Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
- Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.
- Explore more Benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
*Pay amount doesn't guarantee employment for any particular period
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***Profit-sharing contributions are subject to plan's vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
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