Cold Storage Operations Supervisor

InterChange Group, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

401K Plan with up to 4% Match

Wellness Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

InterChange Group, Inc. in Harrisonburg, VA, seeks a Supervisor for the Cold Storage Warehouse to lead daily operations within a demanding environment.

You will supervise reception, storage, issuance and disposal of items, ensure safety compliance, optimize labor use, and coordinate with HR on staffing and training. The role requires hands-on leadership and a focus on efficiency in a cold storage setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of warehousing operations including receipt, storage, issuance, distribution, and disposal of a wide variety of commodities.
• Knowledge of computerized warehousing inventory control and inventory practices.
• Knowledge of supervisory methods, principals and practices.
• Knowledge of commercial shipping methods, terminology and equipment.
• Knowledge of facilities maintenance.
• Ability to analyze pertinent factors related to stock and inventory control.
• Ability to determine material requirements for specific or specialized projects.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to coordinate and schedule the work activity for assigned personnel.
• Ability to supervise warehouse staff in the performance of material receipt, storage, shipping/distribution and record keeping functions.
• Ability to multitask.
• Atmosphere range -10 to +50 degrees F.
• Noise level in the work area is usually moderate.
• Personal interaction and communication required to and from other people is extremely high.
• Daily workflow is fast paced, dependent on daily and seasonal customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise the operation of one or more customers within the cold storage facility.
• Plan and supervise the receipt, storage, issuance and disposal of all items, including items requiring specialized handling.
• Assist HR with interviewing, hiring, and training of hourly positions.
• Monitor employee morale and other employee related issues, keeping management abreast of any items that may be of concern.
• Provide hands-on leadership to the ongoing development of the assigned personnel and teams.
• Supervise general labor personnel within unloading/loading operation.
• Ensure adequate staffing, direction and discipline.
• Utilize the optimal number of hourly personnel to fulfill service requirements while maximizing productivity.
• Minimize labor costs while providing timely service.
• Process and monitor time and attendance for all warehouse employees.
• Develop methods of efficient space utilization.
• Work with management and customer service personnel to ensure that all requirements and requests are responded to in a professional manner.
• Plan and supervise the rotation of stock, where applicable.
• Supervise and participate in periodic internal, customer, and regulatory inspections.
• Assist with development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive programs in the areas of safety, industrial hygiene, environmental health, and fire safety.
• Develop preventive programs to identify and reduce risks from potential hazards in the workplace and to comply with OSHA and any other regulatory agencies.
• Ensure handling of hazardous materials complies with state and federal regulations.
• Assist with overseeing maintenance and preventive maintenance of the warehouse and warehouse equipment.
• Assist management with any necessary compliance corrective actions and retain all associated documentation.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Warehousing operations

Inventory control systems

Supervisory methods

Shipping methods

Facilities maintenance

Scheduling work

Team leadership

OSHA safety standards

Multitasking

Education

Two-year college degree

Three years warehousing experience

Five years supervisory experience

Job description

InterChange Group, Inc. in Harrisonburg, VA, seeks a Supervisor for the Cold Storage Warehouse to lead daily operations within a demanding environment.

You will supervise reception, storage, issuance and disposal of items, ensure safety compliance, optimize labor use, and coordinate with HR on staffing and training. The role requires hands-on leadership and a focus on efficiency in a cold storage setting.