Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Open to applicants in New Mexico interested in relocating to the San Luis Valley of Colorado.

Under the supervision of the Plant Manager, the Warehouse and Shipping Supervisor will be responsible for all aspects of the Center Plant warehouse and shipping department. Major responsibilities include : 1. Inventory control for ingredients, materials, finished products, work-in-process. Inventory control includes maintaining accurate inventory counts, keeping inventory organized by designated locations, conducting inventory cycle counts. 2. Loading of outbound trucks in accordance to established procedures and regulatory requirements, including accurate records and paperwork. 3. Receiving of inbound trucks in accordance to established procedures. 4. Keeping the warehouse clean and free of pests by working with sanitation department and outside services. 5. Supervise the warehouse personnel, including scheduling and payroll reporting. 6. Insure all shipping / warehouse employees follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Knowledge and Skills :

• Knowledge of shipping procedures, including scheduling and planning, logistics, paperwork and documentation.
• Inventory management, including FIFO, organization, inventory count accuracy, condition, and labeling.
• Ability to supervise direct reports and coordinate personnel work schedules to maximize cost controls and efficiencies, while achieving deadlines and on-time shipments and avoiding detention charges.
• Good mathematical skills; ability to keep accurate and legible records in English.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate well with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and implement solutions to problems.
• Knowledge of the operation of a Windows-based computer system and company software.
• Extensive forklift operating experience.

Education :

Education must be of such level as to allow for the accurate reading, writing, calculation and communication of the required materials and instructions to complete the job responsibilities. High school diploma or higher education preferred.

Physical Requirements :

Supervisor Duties :

The Shipping Supervisor will directly supervise shipping and warehouse personnel, and reports to the Plant Manager. Will assign work for each employee; adjust assignments as necessary to meet shipping schedules and requirements. Identify vacant positions, review applications, interview and offer employment to the most qualified candidates. Work with all new hires for training and safety; identify developmental needs, training needs, issue discipline and corrective actions as appropriate. The Shipping Supervisor will have authority to authorize overtime, merit pay and recognition programs, and will work with management for policy dissemination and interpretation needs.

Working Conditions :

Normal plant / manufacturing / warehouse environment. Hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Must be available for all days and all hours. Position is very physical / hands on. Will be exposed to high levels of noise, heat, cold, dust, and wet and humid conditions, and all other environmental factors normally attributed to a shipping environment.

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