Shipping Warehouse Manager

Furst-McNess Company

  • Lodi, WI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:This position reports directly to the Plant Manager.PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE:Under general supervision, responsible for supervising warehouse personnel in shipping, including regulatory training and compliance assurance to keep everyone working together as a team for maximum productivity.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Select, train, and develop an effective and efficient staff.
  • Ensure employees comply with all governmental regulations (FDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, SF/SF).
  • Supervise warehouse personnel to ensure an efficient utilization of time and labor. This includes the daily processing of timecards and submission for weekly payroll processing.
  • Supervise all shipping warehouse personnel hours and fully train staff in all shipping responsibilities.
  • Responsible for all disciplinary decisions when required and complete disciplinary/counseling documentation to completion.
  • Perform annual and merit reviews.
  • Ensure all customers are loaded accurately to BOL, Picklist, and any other necessary documentation in a timely manner.
  • Ensure accurate and proper loading of trailers by verifying all necessary inbound and outbound paperwork..
  • Ensure proper paperwork procedures are completed daily, weekly, monthly for forklifts, yard truck, load sheets, delivery sheets, etc.
  • Provide quality control for loaded bags including tags, weight, tears, cleanliness, stock rotation, etc.
  • Maintain Housekeeping program for warehouse. Keep a clean, neat, and orderly warehouse operation which includes re-bagging damaged products, stock rotation, and product put away properly to eliminate wasted space and damaging more products.
  • Maintain communication with sales, production, and Plant Manager to keep overall operation flowing smoothly and efficiently.
  • Serve on site safety committee and primary certified forklift trainer for all site personnel.
  • Obey all work rules and corporate policies.
  • Perform other work-related tasks as requested or required.
SECONDARY DUTIES:
  • Ascend ladders, stairs, and elevated walkways; lift/push/pull up to 70 lbs.
  • Maneuver heavy loads (up to 2,000 lbs.) using forklift/pallet jack; maintain forklift certification.
  • Wear required PPE (steel-toed shoes, bump cap, safety glasses, earplugs, goggles, gloves, etc.).
  • Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with all levels of the company and external contacts.
  • Address problems and projects logically and analytically.
  • Deliver excellent customer service with urgency in resolving issues and tasks.
  • Organize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Contribute as a collaborator; self-starter willing to assist beyond assigned duties.
  • Be flexible, open to change, respectful of others, and receptive to constructive feedback.
  • Use SAP for ingredients and inventory movements; understand plant operating software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
  • 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
  • Prior experience with shipping/receiving operations.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop employees.
  • Effective problem- solving
  • Experience conducting performance reviews, training, and disciplinary actions.
  • Perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; courses in supervision preferred, with knowledge of warehouse shipping/receiving procedures.
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field preferred.
  • Learn and comply with GMP, FDA, OSHA, and EPA regulations for food and drug manufacturing.

Furst-McNess Company