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Job Summary
The Warehouse Supervisor contributes to the ongoing logistics of plant operations by providing skilled to expert-level knowledge of receiving packaging materials, raw ingredients, equipment and parts while coordinating the shipment of finished goods with a safety first mindset. This position is responsible for guiding, assisting, training, mentoring and leading the warehouse team in the completion of daily warehouse duties in a safe, efficient and accurate manner. The supervisor s responsibilities include troubleshooting any logistics or warehouse operations as necessary and schedule/support the warehouse team. All NLX Supervisors have the responsibility to work with the Quality Department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Utilize the daily shipping schedule to plan and lead daily activities of the warehousemen to ensure continual flow of inbound and outbound trailers. Schedule the warehousemen appropriately to complete all inbound/outbound and production operations on a daily basis while utilizing the labor to cost per case. Work in conjunction with the Logistics Coordinator to ensure all trailers are loaded and unloaded as scheduled. Ensure all outbound finished goods shipments are shipped to quality standards; including pallet and product condition, trailer condition, product weight and correct quantities. Ensure all inbound, raw and packaging materials are received in acceptable condition. Work alongside the Inventory Control Coordinator to ensure all receipts are entered into SAGE daily. Review and complete all departmental documentation to verify it is completed utilizing Good Documentation Practices for an SQF level 3 facility. Review Daily Shipping Schedule to ensure proper inventory levels for the current week s shipments. Work as a team with other department supervisors to ensure all daily duties are completed throughout the facility. Promote good communication with truck drivers to help with dock flow. Procure departmental supplies as needed and within the budget. Act as first contact for forklift issues maintaining a good working relationship with the forklift maintenance company to keep forklift fleet in good operating conditions. With guidance from the manager, completion of performance evaluations and individual employee meetings Maintain cleanliness of warehouse owning the Master Sanitation Schedule for the department. Lead by example to ensure all warehouse sanitation tasks are complete and that all safety guidelines are followed. Maintain a clean and safe warehouse at all times. Performs all other duties as assigned by the NLX Management team.
Required Skills/Abilities write, speak, and comprehend English working knowledge of basic math, including metric weights and measures to communicate effectively both written and orally at all levels within the organization to act as a coach and motivator, and demonstrate a positive influence on team members
Requires ability to formulate, give, take, and follow directions, demonstrated time management skills as well as organizational development and improvement skills proficiency to give positive suggestions to improve warehouse operations and dock flow to work well under changing demands have good work ethics, be highly motivated, and be a hands-on problem solver to detect, recognize, and judge discrepancies accuracy, reliability, and attention to quality detail understanding of quality and food safety as it relates to the manufacturing process of supplies, equipment, and inventory control
Desired Skills/Education High School Diploma or Equivalent 3-5 years warehouse experience Experience with SAGE ERP or similar ERP system Strong Organizational skills Proficiency in basic computer skills Good skills in Microsoft Office Experience with inventory management Core safety initiatives and OSHA guidelines Forklift certified