Lead Hand, Warehouse - 2nd Shift

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.; Town of Caledonia (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Community involvement

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to lead shipping/receiving, coordinate daily activities, and cover shifts as needed.

You will train staff, maintain inventory accuracy, manage outbound orders, and collaborate across functions to minimize disruption while upholding Saputo's safety and quality standards. Proficiency with SAP and MS Office is preferred, and lift truck certification is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with GMP and safety policies.
• Lift truck certification or ability to obtain one.
• Proficient in MS Office; SAP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead shipping/receiving team and coordinate warehouse activities.
• Schedule and execute warehouse tasks with management.
• Fill in positions as needed; including clerical, coordinator and supervisory roles.
• Train new and current employees and document training progression.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and report variances.
• Manage outbound orders and goods receipt put away activities.
• Collaborate across functions to minimize disruptions and improve productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Team coaching

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Assist supervisors and managers with leading shipping/receiving team and coordinating all warehouse activities.
• Partner closely with the management team to ensure warehouse activities are effectively scheduled and executed.
• Fill in any position in the warehouse, as operationally needed; including clerical, coordinator and supervisory staff.
• Cover breaks/vacations for warehouse personnel, as needed.
• Perform product inventory activities, confirming physical inventory quantity and location, reporting variances.
• Train new and current employees, actively communicating procedures and workflow.
• Document training progression to include training gaps and opportunities.
• Recommend improvements to reduce cost and drive productivity within the department while achieving the targeted goals.
• Perform all required SAP transactions, complete all required documentation.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems.
• Maintain time and shipping records as required.
• Prepare required reports.
• Ensure the warehouse work areas are clean and always organized.
• Collaborate, communicate, and provide cross-functional support throughout the warehouse to minimize warehouse operations disruption.
• Manage staging and loading tasks.
• Manage outbound orders including stock transport orders (STO) between sites.
• Manage goods receipt product put away activities.
• Complete shift handoff.
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you...

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
• Ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures, and report and follow through on any deficiencies.
• Lift truck certification or the ability to obtain a lift truck certification (Powered Industrial Trucks).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications, SAP a plus.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Are highly organized with ability to prioritize and pay attention to the details.
• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Ability to coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with...

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment.
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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EEOSaputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.California Applicant Privacy Notice (CCPA)To review the Saputo Cheese USA Inc. Privacy Notice for California applicants, please visit our Corporate website associated section by clicking here (English) or here (Spanish).