Supervisor

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

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John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois - MILAN

Function: Operations (CA)

Title: Supervisor - 125903

Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

## Your Responsibilities

As a Supervisor for JD North American Parts Distribution Center located in Milan, IL you will:

• Supervise and lead the development and execution of departmental plans to achieve objectives in safety, quality, schedule, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Determine distribution priorities based on the production schedule and make daily assignments, including filling vacancies and assigning overtime to adhere to the Customer Delivery date.
• Administer employee policies, practices, procedures, and work rules.
• Monitor individual and line performance and take corrective action including discipline, as needed, and respond to complaints to ensure the Company and employees adhere to policies, practices, procedures, and work rules.
• Direct departmental continuous improvement plans and activities.
• Implement and monitor safety programs and 5S standards.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

## What Skills You Need

• Strong understanding of employee policies, practices, procedures, and work rules applicable to the assigned area.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and/or warehouse and distribution processes, including quality, material flow, preventative maintenance, and facility operations.
• Understanding of production, productivity, and performance measurement systems.
• Proficiency in company information systems and business processes, including SAP.
• Ability to lead daily operations while maintaining focus on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, motivate, and hold employees accountable for performance and expectations.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and continuous improvement skills, including 5S and Lean practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across employees, peers, and leadership.
• Ability to organize work, establish priorities, allocate resources, and respond effectively to changing operational requirements.

## What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience in a leadership role in a union environment.
• Experience with warehouse distribution incentive pay systems such as CIPP (Continuous Improvement Pay Plan) and work measurement.
• Demonstrated team leadership and mentoring experience.
• Experience using statistical tools and techniques to support quality management, process control, problem solving, and continuous improvement.

## Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Degree in a Business/Management discipline or equivalent experience.

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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