Shipping & Receiving Supervisor
Continental · Van Buren, MI · 2 wk ago
Management$50k–$60k/yrFull-time
Department: VB Warehouse
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Van Buren
Reporting To: Brent Marzion
Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000 / year
About the role
Backed by a tireless commitment to high quality, innovative culinary offerings and unparalleled client and guest services, Continental consistently ranks among the top contract dining and refreshment providers in the nation. Our mission is to delight our guests every meal, every day.
Our core values are:
- Exceptional – We recruit and retain phenomenal people who consistently go the extra mile to deliver results that lead the industry.
- Hospitality – We are tirelessly committed to providing the highest quality food, beverages, and service by anticipating our guests' needs.
- Collaboration – We prioritize working together with a shared vision and effective & transparent communication.
- Responsibility – We hold ourselves accountable to deliver what we say we will, when we say we will.
- Innovation – We are forward-thinkers always looking for new processes, technologies, and techniques to improve our services.
Responsibilities
- Stocking and Product Rotation: Properly stock all incoming products in their designated areas, ensuring proper product rotation and careful monitoring of expiration dates to minimize waste and maintain inventory integrity.
- Storage Space Management: Determine space requirements for the storage of products and adjust product storage areas based on normal stock levels, ensuring efficient use of warehouse space.
- Task Delegation: Delegate daily tasks to other Shipping and Receiving team members to ensure that all responsibilities are completed efficiently and on time.
- Inventory Management: Ensure physical inventories of the warehouse are conducted regularly. Participate in counting and sorting incoming shipments to verify accuracy against invoices or purchase orders.
- Shipping and Loading: Load trucks with products for shipment to other locations, ensuring all items are securely packed and labeled according to requirements.
- Product Integrity and Safety: Ensure the integrity of all products, including temperature checking items on each delivery in accordance with food safety and quality control guidelines.
- Warehouse Cleanliness: Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment by performing regular cleaning duties such as mopping and scrubbing floors, taking out trash, and keeping the facility orderly. Scrub the warehouse floors using the powered floor scrubber once per week.
- Facility Maintenance: Monitor any general building maintenance issues and report them promptly to the General Manager for resolution.
- Reporting: Report directly to the General Manager regarding all relevant operations, including inventory status, shipments, and any issues that may arise in the warehouse.
- Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Previous warehouse experience preferred.
- Ability to understand, speak, read, and write in English.
- Comfortable using technology (iPads, inventory systems).
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
- Must either be previously forklift certified or able to obtain certification as required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
- Strong attention to detail and organization.
- Effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Positive attitude and commitment to service excellence.
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 4 AM to 1 PM
Location & Logistics
- Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently during working hours (with or without reasonable accommodations).
- Ability to lift and push 30-50 pounds.
Benefits
- Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Programs
For a summary of current benefits, visit Continental Benefits.