Position Summary:
The Warehouse Distribution manages the process and employees within the warehouse and those working in distribution. This individual ensures that shipments to Blakes Lotaburger are received and stored correctly as well as make sure orders are accurately filled and shipped to the stores and to our outside customers. This individual handles manages and maintains our fleet vehicles to keep the business running smoothly. The position reports directly to the Director of Internal Operations.
Essential Functions:
Must exemplify Blakes Lotaburger Core Values of Kind Team Passion Process in all responsibilities and interactions.
Ensure that safety programs and training are in place for all warehouse personnel
Manage warehouse operations
Control receiving procedures of inbound freight and check for accuracy
Rotation and safe handling procedures for all dated or perishable products
Work closely with the HR Department for recruitment and approve department hiring
Maintain training records for Equipment Safety Training
Provide ongoing training to employees in the areas they work
Manage outside storage and ensure accurate records
Regularly review storage and maximize usage of space
Regularly review outside storage needs and keep accurate product movement records on outside storage/items
Review and adjust storage locations on all warehouse items to ensure the best use of available space
Set annual vacation schedules and assign vacations
Review employee timecards and submit approved hours to payroll
Direct inbound drivers and receiving inbound loads (loads may be accepted and/or refused)
Control damages and shorts on inbound loads
Make sure that proper P.O.s are attached to inbound paperwork
Confirm accurate counts on both BOL and POs
Make sure to note any changes that are made to inbound loads
Create paperwork for inbound and outbound deliveries
Prepare routes invoices and pick tickets
Monitor man hours
Maintain a safe work environment
Set and monitor productivity standards
Qualifications/Requirements (Education/Training/Experience/Abilities):
Prior experience in food service industry is required
Must be neat and clean in appearance
Basic computer skills i.e. Microsoft Office
Knowledge in DOT regulations
Background in management including recruiting onboarding and employee relations
Knowledge of food service and food safety regulations
Experience in vehicle maintenance and repair
Knowledge of warehouse inventory and software systems and processes
Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
Must have Forklift/Pallet Jack Certification
Strong problem solving and communication skills.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background and MVR check.
Essential Physical/Emotional Requirements:
Must possess a polite and friendly attitude.
Ability to move/lift up to 50lbs unassisted.
The employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel handle or operate objects tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to talk and hear.
Must be able to climb bend and stoop.
Ability to multitask and work under stressful conditions and tolerate a reasonable amount of stress.
Ability to handle difficult and/or sensitive situations using tactful appropriate and effective communication.
Blakes Lotaburger is an equal employment opportunity employer. It provides equal opportunity in all employment actions and prohibits harassment discrimination retaliation or intimidation based on any status protected by applicable local state or federal law including race color ethnicity religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and transgender status) sexual orientation national origin ancestry age (40 and over) disability (including physical and mental) genetic information veteran status marital and familial status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This policy covers all employment actions and workplace conduct and Blakes Lotaburger will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. All complaints will be investigated promptly and confidentially to the extent possible and retaliation against individuals who raise concerns participate in an investigation or exercise rights under this policy is strictly prohibited.
To contact Blakes Lotaburgers Human Resources Department please call Ext. 1644 or email
.This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than at will relationship.