Receiving Supervisor
Lenoir, TN - USA
Job Summary
Description
Position at Wild Fork Foods
Receiving Supervisor Frozen Food Distribution
The Receiving Supervisor for Frozen Food Distribution is responsible for overseeing all inbound operations including trailer unloading product inspection documentation put away and temperature compliance. This role ensures accurate receipts inventory integrity and efficient flow of product into frozen storage areas while supporting strong cold chain discipline and regulatory compliance. The Receiving Supervisor leads warehouse associates drives process consistency and supports cross functional alignment.
Essential Tasks and Responsibilities
1. Inbound Operations Management
Supervise daily receiving activities including trailer check-in unloading verification and put away.
Ensure compliance with receiving SOPs and FEFO rotation requirements.
Validate inbound documentation including bills of lading temperature logs counts and product condition.
Coordinate dock scheduling and manage workflow to prevent congestion and delays.
2. Inventory Accuracy & Documentation Control
Ensure accurate receipt entry into the WMS and resolve discrepancies quickly.
Oversee cycle count support reconciliation and root cause analysis of variances.
Partner with supply planning and quality teams to maintain product integrity and accuracy.
3. Cold Chain Safety & Quality Compliance
Ensure inbound shipments meet all temperature food safety and regulatory requirements.
Lead inspection routines including temperature checks seal verification and product quality reviews.
Support OSHA compliance equipment safety checks and incident investigations.
4. Team Leadership & Development
Provide daily supervision coaching and development for receiving associates and equipment operators.
Allocate labor based on inbound volume and operational priorities.
Foster a culture of accountability accuracy and continuous improvement.
5. Cross Functional Collaboration
Partner with transportation to manage dock appointments and carrier performance.
Collaborate with inventory control and quality assurance on exceptions rejections or damaged goods.
Communicate inbound status performance results and operational updates to leadership.
Qualifications
3 years of warehouse receiving or distribution experience; frozen food experience preferred.
Strong understanding of cold chain management receiving best practices and food safety requirements.
Supervisory experience leading hourly staff.
Experience with WMS ERP and inventory accuracy tools.
Strong problem-solving communication and organizational skills.
EOE/Vets/Disability
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
JBS Foods is a leading global food company, with operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Mexico, New Zealand and the UK.