Warehouse Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the supervision of all plant warehouse employees covering all shifts. Responsible for the receipt and storage of stock material and finished goods. Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in the receiving and storing of stock and bulk material and the filling and palletizing of orders for shipment. Supervising the accuracy of orders shipped. Assure that all equipment is maintained in good working order.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works a schedule that overlaps all shifts. Works with team leads to coordinate efficient operations.
• Schedules, directs, trains and motivates hourly personnel in a manner that enhances efficient operations. This includes performance review and recommends disciplinary action, hiring and termination.
• Supervises the storage of finished goods received according to established layouts for location purposes and to keep aisles and emergency exits opened.
• Supervise the filling and palletizing of orders for shipment.
• Supervises the sanitation needs in warehouse.
• Supervises the returned goods and insures the rebox and return to use any returned goods.
• Supervise the accuracy of orders shipped as to correct case amounts and packet sizes, check orders on a random basis.
• Check and assure that all equipment is maintained in a good safe working condition.
• Maintains a clean and orderly storage area.
• Communicates with Materials Manager and Scheduler.
• Regular attendance on the job, dependability and reliability are required.
• Works within established guidelines for safety and company policies and procedures.
• Maintains open and effective communications with line personnel.
• Supervise and ensure the accuracy of cycle counts.
• Knowledgeable of the principle and other duties of all departmental line personnel.
• Support and participate in the behavior safety program.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Order supplies for warehouse, FedEx.
• Works with confidential information and data, uses good judgment in dispensing it.
• Be knowledgeable of employment hiring policies and procedures following prescribed legal guidelines.
• Maintain the repair of all equipment in warehouse.
• Write any requisitions and get approved P.O. for repair and purchases required.
• Ensures that all plant safety and OSHA guidelines are adhered to.
• Interacts with facilities' managers and support staff.
• Investigates and gives written report on any accidents, determines cause, and safeguards against future similar incidents.
• Conducts safety training sessions for all departmental employees on a timely basis and other training as needed.
• Schedules and directs personnel on restricted duty assignments according to restrictions.
• Assist in preparation of physical inventories
• Review rejected and returned items with Materials Manager
• Ensure that all carriers have been notified of items ready for pickup
• Verifies shift personnel timecards
• Work with fellow associates in a cooperative and cordial manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to motivate, direct and confront line personnel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with ability to advise and interact positively with people.
• Ability to carry out written and verbal instructions and to work independently.
• Ability to gather and analyze data; exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to plan and organize work to accomplish goals.
• Computer knowledge of Excel, Word, BPCS, QAD

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to perform heavy physical work, exerting up to 75 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 20 lbs. constantly, performing such activities as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, feeling, lifting, and grasping.
• Ability to operate forklift and other powered equipment for material handling.
• Works in normal manufacturing environment. Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards and dangerous chemicals/solvents if proper safety procedures are not followed.
• Works in temperature extremes, dampness.
• Proper personal protective equipment required.
• Electrical shock.
• Significant work pace/pressure.
• Obstacles, steps, floor coverings.
• Dirt, noise.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job, and "other" duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supervision: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Des Moines, IA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person