Warehouse Receiving Manager

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, this position is responsible for all activities relating to receiving operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a smooth and consistent operation so material and supplies are stored and slotted in an efficient manner.
• Oversee the daily routines of assigned crew members.
• Assist in the receiving skill development of all crew members.
• Work with Inbound/Inventory Manager to control inventory and minimize material ‘can’t finds’ and errors.
• Ensure all inbound shipments are processed for customer delivery and/or storage.
• Provide a motivating work environment for staff with high levels of performance and standards.
• Communicate policies to ensure compliance and consistently administer corrective action as necessary.
• Foster communication and teamwork among staff to ensure accomplishment of operational goals.
• Accept responsibility for company projects that may be indirectly related to the receiving area.
• Work with distribution center team members to ensure cleanliness and orderliness of the warehouse and processing areas.
• Complete all assigned NEFCO trainings.
• Monitor and enforce all NEFCO training initiatives for associates under your supervision.
• Assist in the implementation of new training and enhance existing training processes for associates.
• Ensure safe work practices are followed, maintaining an overall safe work environment.

Requirements

• Track record of being a results-oriented person with 2+ years of experience in industrial warehousing/distribution operations.
• Effective communicator up, down, and across the organization.
• High school diploma (or equivalent); college degree preferred.
• Ability to use NEFCO’s ERP software system.
• Ability to use warehouse layouts for planning purposes.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, or Outlook a plus.
• Basic computer skills.
• Positive, hard-working attitude.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and with little supervision.
• Ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to stand on a concrete floor for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in various climate conditions such as cold, heat, and humidity for extended periods.
• Ability to crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl, and twist for lifting.
• Ability to safely lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to review and interpret computer images and written documents.
• Analytical ability including basic math skills.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (including forklifts) and be recertified.
• Detail-oriented and hands-on ‘roll up the sleeves’ type with aptitude for multi-tasking and adapting to a fast-paced environment with ever-changing priorities.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to direct, coach, support, and delegate to associates.

Schedule

Monday – Friday (occasional Saturday). Typically 45-50 hours per week.