Dairy Warehouse Cooler Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Dairy Farmers of America; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to direct and coordinate warehouse/cooler staff on assigned shifts, ensuring accurate and timely load-outs. You will collaborate with production, sales and customer service to maintain inventory levels and meet order requirements while enforcing safety and quality standards.

You will supervise daily activities, manage performance, and promote a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or supply chain or equivalent.
• 2–5 years' experience in warehouse/logistics with leadership.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Certification and/or license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, assign and monitor work, and provide clear direction to warehouse/cooler employees to meet business needs.
• Coordinate work to ensure accurate, on-time loading of outgoing trailers to meet customer orders.
• Communicate finished product needs to production and monitor incoming loads for accuracy.
• Ensure proper procedures are followed for safety, quality and timely load-out.
• Provide supervision and performance management, handle employee relations with HR and plant mgmt.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Business Admin degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

General Purpose

Directly supervise and provide work direction to warehouse/cooler employees and coordinate activities to maximize productivity on assigned shifts and areas. Proactively communicate with internal areas such as production, sales, and customer service to ensure appropriate inventory/product levels are available for load-out and finished product is delivered accurately and on time. Hold self and others accountable for promoting safety rules and regulations and act in accordance with the requirements for food safety and quality.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Schedule, assign and monitor work, and provide clear direction to warehouse/cooler employees to meet the needs of the business. Coordinate the work efforts of employees to ensure that outgoing semi-trailers or trucks are loaded accurately and on time to meet customer order requirements
• Determine needed quantities of finished product and communicate those needs to the production area. Anticipate current and future production needs through close communication with sales and production
• Monitor incoming loads and invoices to identify damaged or erroneously delivered orders. Work with vendors, suppliers, and other employees to resolve discrepancies and solve problems
• Ensure that procedures are followed so that finished products are loaded accurately
• Notify appropriate department and/or personnel regarding shortages and late deliveries providing internal/external customer service
• Work effectively with union and/or non-union employees to promote positive and productive working relationships. Understand and effectively apply work rules, union contract provisions if applicable, and employment policies
• Provide for the supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities, ensuring effective selection, retention, feedback, disciplinary action, and performance management. Work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve employee grievances. Review and edit employee electronic time records as needed. Participate in collective bargaining agreement or other contract related activities and discussions as requested. Actively communicate with employees through shift meetings and informal methods
• Actively promote safe work behaviors and hold self and direct reports accountable for following safety rules and regulations. Conduct accident/injury investigations and send reports of injury to HR in a timely manner to meet reporting standards. May coordinate and/or facilitate plant safety meetings, training, and incentive programs
• Document/update and ensure proper procedures are in place and being followed for production efficiency, quality of product, employee safety, and state and federal guidelines
• Proactively look for ways to increase operational efficiency and contain costs. Identify and implement best practices in establishing SOP's, managing labor, and maintaining applicable certifications. Think creatively and abstractly to develop alternative possibilities to drive improvement
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in business administration, supply chain and logistics, or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a warehouse, cooler, distribution, production, logistics, or related environment coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes or team lead experience
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
• Able to promote a team environment; able to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to communicate with various levels of personnel to ensure customers' needs and requirements are met
• Able to problem solve, multi-task and prioritize work activities
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to identify problems, take appropriate steps to find solutions, and implement recommended solutions
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Reporting to this Position

• Warehouse/cooler staff

backup support to position(s)

• N/A

Travel

No travel required

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Competitive Salary