Warehouse Operations Supervisor

About the Role

Lead associates in a specific shift/area while supervising warehouse operations to ensure functions are performed within Company Distribution Center and Union guidelines. Provide excellent customer service to stores serviced through accurate handling of inbound and outbound product.

Responsibilities

• Coach and engage hourly associates towards high productivity, safety, and quality performance
• Develop and demonstrate effective leadership skills and tactics during day to day operation
• Motivate associates through positive reinforcement and behavior
• Promote a safety culture by example, observation feedback and associate relations
• Coordinate with peer leaders to balance the workflow of the Distribution Center
• Walk the warehouse on a regular basis throughout the shift to ensure compliance on sanitation and quality expectations
• Maintain visibility to associates in support of the Company Open Door Policy
• Leverage technology systems to investigate operational issues
• Coordinate the weekly associate work schedule
• Maintain open and constant communication with the Transportation Department to facilitate inbound/outbound flow of product
• Coordinate with other cross functional departments (Inventory Control, Procurement, Building & Facilities)

Qualifications

• Strong general knowledge of all warehousing operations, with prior work experience to include lead person, foreman, or supervisory duties
• Ability to supervise and work with and through others to achieve desired results
• Great communication skills
• General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office, helpful
• Ability to read and interpret computerized reports
• Analytical ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion of work activities
• Ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions in a fast-paced work environment

Physical Environment

Most work is performed under typical warehouse conditions. During part of the workday the incumbent may move about the Distribution Center including, the yard, garage and warehouse. Potential hazards exist in regard to machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, mechanized systems, movement of tractors and trailers, etc. Temperatures in the warehouse may vary between –20 to 70 degrees. Noise levels in all areas are within acceptable tolerance ranges for those specific work areas. Incumbent may sit for periods of time at a desk or computer terminal. Incumbent may stand or walk about the Distribution Center for periods of time. Incumbent will use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of the workday. Must be flexible on work hours and shifts. Operations are 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, including holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay)
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve