Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Envision Cold · Boaz, AL · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the role
Envision Cold is a leading provider of cold storage solutions, specializing in preserving the integrity of temperature-sensitive products across industries including food and beverage. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, our storage operations span North America and are expanding as we develop, build, and acquire best-in-class facilities. We are opening a brand-new warehouse in Boaz, AL, and seeking a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to play a critical role in day-to-day operations, leading a team to work safely and efficiently.
Schedule
- Facility hours once fully operational: Monday–Friday 6:00AM–10:00PM, Saturday 6:00AM–11:00AM (hours may change with seasonal demands and business growth).
- Two Supervisor positions available: one 1st shift (6:00AM–3:30PM) and one 2nd shift (3:30PM–12:00AM) once the site is at capacity.
- Supervisors may rotate Saturdays based on business needs and work beyond scheduled shift during peak operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of Associates, including performance, training, and scheduling.
- Create and maintain an environment conducive to teamwork and collaboration.
- Identify inefficiencies in the facility and work collaboratively with staff and leaders toward resolution.
- Ensure products are handled, stored, and managed in accordance with all State and Federal regulations.
- Uphold standard operating procedures for staging product in coolers and freezers.
- Review inventory to monitor occupancy levels.
- Audit work orders and all documents for accuracy.
- Review inspection sheets, driver check-in sheets, and shipping documents before signing to validate information, completeness, and legibility.
- Adhere to all safety-related procedures and work with Associates to create a "safety first" work environment.
- Process all accidents in a timely manner and record all work incidents/near misses as appropriate.
- Coordinate with Departments for use of docks.
- Ensure all customer requests and correspondence are followed up with clear, transparent communications in a timely fashion.
- Monitor systems and correspondence to ensure Associates proactively keep customers informed on status of loads.
- Ensure warehouse personnel receive clear instructions via WMS for each inbound/outbound shipment.
- Confirm all services and activities performed during the day are sent timely to Accounting for billing.
- Follow company policies and regulations regarding cold storage operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned/needed.
Physical demands
- Regularly required to stand, sit, reach, bend, twist, kneel, and use hands to handle various products.
- Consistently lift, move, push, pull, and carry upwards of 40 lbs. depending on product and business operations.
- Occasionally lift, move, push, pull, and carry upwards of 100 lbs. with assistance depending on product and business operations.
- Work around, on, or near a variety of equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, warehouse racking systems, electronic devices, and refrigeration systems.
- Moving objects, including pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment.
- Moderate noise levels depending on warehouse operations.
- Working around refrigeration systems that may include freon or ammonia-based coolants.
- Inclement weather subject to loading and receiving dock configuration.
- Interior temperatures between 70 and -15 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to -26 degrees Celsius).
- Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent education.
- Minimum 3 years' supervisor experience in a warehouse setting.
- Proficient with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Experience with Food Safety requirements and responsibilities highly preferred.
- Proven verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility with schedule to support business needs.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including potential annual bonus opportunity.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- The chance to make a significant impact in a growing industry.
- Access to cutting-edge technology and resources.