Supervisor, Warehouse

Warehouse Supervisor

General Summary

Manages multi-shift team to ensure the efficient and economical utilization of facilities for storing and distributing raw material and finished goods inventories.

Plans and schedules department functions to ensure the prompt delivery of materials of the kind and in the amount ordered with high service and compliance levels at minimal cost.

Essential Job Functions



* Provides supervisory direction for the warehouse personnel and conducts personnel related activities such as training, staffing, and discipline.


* Responsible for timely delivery of materials and freight goods.


* Manages accurate inventories to meet customer demands by ensuring all warehouse related entries are entered into the system.


* Maintains knowledge of and compliance with applicable government regulations.

Implements and trains proper safety & shipping procedures and guidelines.


* Responsible for minimizing operating expenses.

EDUCATIONAL/BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS

3-5 years warehouse experience with 2 or more of those years in a leadership position or an equivalent combination of skills or experience.

Manufacturing experience preferred.Forklift certification required.

KEY COMPETENCIES


* critical thinking and problem solving skills


* planning and organizing


* time management


* attention to detail


* decision-making


* communication skills


* influencing and leading


* delegation


* teamwork


* conflict management