- Training new hiresHelping new employees understand their role and transition into the company, including providing orientation and explaining policies and job duties
- Managing workflowDefining goals for the team to work towards, and ensuring they are completed
- Creating and managing schedulesPlanning and organizing schedules for the team, to ensure they operate within deadlines
- Reporting to senior managementReporting on team performance to human resources and senior management
- Resolving conflictsUsing active listening skills to understand employee complaints and work with them to find a solution
- Evaluating performance and providing feedbackReporting on team member performance to senior management, and providing feedback to team members
- Setting goals and deadlinesCreating performance goals and setting deadlines that match the company's plans
Other responsibilities of a supervisor include: Promoting a positive work culture, Promoting employee engagement, and Mitigating risks.