Warehouse Group Leader - 3Rd Shift

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world’s leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.
Hearthside’s exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
WHAT WE OFFER:
We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including: • health/dental/vision insurance • flex spending accounts • short & long-term disability • paid holidays and vacation • bonuses opportunities (referral, production, etc.).
Area Leader Warehouse/Logistics - 3rd Shift Pay Rate: ($20.50 per hour base plus $1.50 per hour shift premium)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help solve problems and make informed decisions that affect the service, and productivity of the shipping/receiving area.
• Verify accuracy of outbound and inbound shipments when necessary.
• Maintain a neat, organized warehouse using bin locations.
• Perform cycle counts and maintain an inventory record accuracy of 97%.
• Research short/long shipments.
• Maintain equipment and keep operational following all safety requirements.
• Must follow all company policies. Must be knowledgeable of GMP’s, OSHA, and HAACP. Will need to train employees on these processes.
• Pull orders and assist warehouse personnel with the order pulling process.
• Follow load schedule for the week.
• Verify accuracy of outbound shipments.
• Maintain a neat, organized warehouse using bin locations.
• Ship samples based on designated criteria using the Fed Ex web.
• Update and maintain all outbound shipping records. Keep pertinent paperwork up to date.
• Work effectively in both individual and team settings.
• Carefully inspect before final loading for shipment.
• Maintain internal records, as needed.
• Enter shipping records into SAP.
• Submit reports as required.
• Keep daily logs on all forklifts, verifying they are accurate and up-to-date. Submit to manager immediately following month-end.
• Complete cross-training to back-up warehouse and other functions, when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel are required. SAP experience is preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write proficiently in English.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of associates, managers, customers, and the general public.

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision yet be flexible and have ability to work in a team environment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• If operating a forklift, must obtain forklift certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Multi-shift production operations may be expansive, noisy, wet/humid and vary in temperature from ambient to -10 degrees in freezers.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Must have flexible work schedule.

Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disability insurance, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance