Warehouse Supervisor

Newington, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 214 - 2300

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Supervisor directly supervises and coordinates all activities in the warehouse / shipping department to maximize productivity on assigned shifts and areas. This includes planning assigning and directing work coordinating weekly Continuous Improvement (CI) meetings addressing product and employee complaints and resolving problems. This person carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Companys policies OSHA regulations and applicable laws while following all CI processes and the Management Operating Structure (MOS).

Manages all phases of shipping and/or warehouse operations including shipping schedules loading operations and material handling activities.
Directs the overall activities of the manufacturing facility to ensure customer orders are received scheduled and produced at the lowest possible cost to meet the customers requirements while maintaining established safety and quality standards.
Maintains inventory and product loss control coordinates timely and accurate shipping and receiving and ensures safety/operational guidelines are met.
Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for production efficiency quality of product employee safety and state and federal guidelines.

Is responsible for expense management and control including shrink labor and overhead costs utilizing Continuous Improvement techniques and a Management Operating Structure (MOS).

Works with plant management and other supervisory staff to assign direct review and monitor work of supervised staff to maximize productivity warehouse and shipping department.
Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for efficient warehouse and shipping activities employee safety and state and federal guidelines.
Establishes and monitors employees work schedules to meet needs of business.

Recommends improvements to reduce cost and drive productivity within the department while achieving the targeted Sales to Service Goals.
Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.

Maintains time and shipping records as required. Prepares reports for management review.

Ensures the warehouse work areas are clean and organized at all times.
Supervises and coordinates product rework activities.

Collaborates with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.

Provides supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities ensuring effective selection retention feedback disciplinary action and performance management.
Provides effective employee training and instruction. Complete training documentation and progress.
Provides management of employees directly or through supervisors to ensure effective selection retention development disciplinary action and performance management.
Supports internal/external audits.

Leads by example with the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively applies the Saputo Values.
Oversees instruction implementation and enforcement of policies as they relate to employees.
Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning evaluating organizing integrating and delegating.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Bachelors degree preferred or a minimum of 2-years plant experience in a warehouse setting.
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
Ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures and report and follow through on any deficiencies.
Lift truck certification or the ability to obtain a lift truck certification (Powered Industrial Trucks).
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications SAP a plus.
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Skill in organization and prioritization and attention to detail.
Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Physical abilities includes the ability to walk climb kneel stoop and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods of time in a manufacturing facility.
Environment includes wet cold hot humid chemicals high noise controlled at TWA of 85dB wear approved personal protective equipment.
Skill in organization and prioritization and attention to detail.
Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.

Ability to coach develop engage and retain a team of employees.

In the USA Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella Frigo Cheese Montchevre Stella and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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Required Experience:

Manager

Job Summary:

Manages all phases of shipping and/or warehouse operations including shipping schedules loading operations and material handling activities.
Directs the overall activities of the manufacturing facility to ensure customer orders are received scheduled and produced at the lowest possible cost to meet the customers requirements while maintaining established safety and quality standards.
Maintains inventory and product loss control coordinates timely and accurate shipping and receiving and ensures safety/operational guidelines are met.
Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for production efficiency quality of product employee safety and state and federal guidelines.

Is responsible for expense management and control including shrink labor and overhead costs utilizing Continuous Improvement techniques and a Management Operating Structure (MOS).

Works with plant management and other supervisory staff to assign direct review and monitor work of supervised staff to maximize productivity warehouse and shipping department.
Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for efficient warehouse and shipping activities employee safety and state and federal guidelines.
Establishes and monitors employees work schedules to meet needs of business.

Recommends improvements to reduce cost and drive productivity within the department while achieving the targeted Sales to Service Goals.
Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.

Maintains time and shipping records as required. Prepares reports for management review.

Ensures the warehouse work areas are clean and organized at all times.
Supervises and coordinates product rework activities.

Collaborates with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.

Provides supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities ensuring effective selection retention feedback disciplinary action and performance management.
Provides effective employee training and instruction. Complete training documentation and progress.
Provides management of employees directly or through supervisors to ensure effective selection retention development disciplinary action and performance management.
Supports internal/external audits.

Leads by example with the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively applies the Saputo Values.
Oversees instruction implementation and enforcement of policies as they relate to employees.
Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning evaluating organizing integrating and delegating.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Bachelors degree preferred or a minimum of 2-years plant experience in a warehouse setting.
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
Ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures and report and follow through on any deficiencies.
Lift truck certification or the ability to obtain a lift truck certification (Powered Industrial Trucks).
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications SAP a plus.
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Skill in organization and prioritization and attention to detail.
Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Physical abilities includes the ability to walk climb kneel stoop and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods of time in a manufacturing facility.
Environment includes wet cold hot humid chemicals high noise controlled at TWA of 85dB wear approved personal protective equipment.
Skill in organization and prioritization and attention to detail.
Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.

Ability to coach develop engage and retain a team of employees.