Outbound Warehouse Manager

usfoods

Topeka (KS)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead day-to-day warehouse operations with a safety-first mindset. You will coach associates, ensure accurate orders, and drive performance while maintaining compliance with food safety standards.

The role requires 3+ years in warehouse distribution, 1+ year in a supervisory capacity, and knowledge of OSHA, HACCP, and PCQI. A HS diploma is required; certifications are a plus. Expect a Sunday-Thursday schedule with a 6:00 PM start.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
HACCP certification a plus.
PCQI certification a plus.
Experience: minimum three years in warehouse distribution.
Minimum one year overseeing a workforce.

Responsibilities

Lead with a safety mindset to ensure injury-free environment.
Coach and develop warehouse associates on policy and procedures.
Direct and supervise warehouse work to meet productivity goals.
Recruit, hire, and develop warehouse personnel with Sr. Managers.
Ensure orders are accurately picked, staged, and loaded for shipment.
Maintain safety, inventory control, and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Warehouse operations

Communication

OSHA knowledge

HACCP knowledge

PCQI knowledge

Microsoft Office

Data interpretation

Education

High school diploma

HACCP certification

PCQI certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Community of Food People!

This is a Sunday - Thursday work schedule with a start time of 6:00 PM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead with a safety mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate remains injury free, always. Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture in the warehouse.
Oversee and develop warehouse associates through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example. Discuss associate performance with Sr. Warehouse Managers and create plans to address gaps.
Create a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directing workforce to ensure efficient workflow.
Direct and supervise the work and productivity of associates within the warehouse department. Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that embodies US Foods values.
Participate in building high-performing teams by interviewing and hiring warehouse personnel, in conjunction with Sr. Warehouse Managers. Review performance, coach on productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action.
Lead and direct associates to achieve accurate orders that are then staged and loaded on the trucks. Oversee the preparation of the warehouse for shipping or receiving on the next shift.
Monitor operational information, such as "mis-picks" and productivity reports, to ensure the entire shift meets rates and follows preferred methods. Take action through coaching and counseling to correct behaviors.
On day shift, designate dock locations for inbound carriers. Ensure product is stocked in appropriate location in accordance with food safety and FIFO processes & procedures. Monitor replenishment activity to ensure stock is available for the shipping shift and to minimize the potential for "shorts". Oversee will call.
Maintain physical condition and safety of warehouse and equipment, including preparing work orders for repairs and requisitions for equipment.
Work with operations management team to identify sources of inventory shrink and assist in development of an action plan. Analyze the current operations and make recommendations to improve on expense and cost control.
Regularly inspect facility for safety hazards and either resolve them or report them to the safety manager as appropriate. Maintain the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment.
Ensure Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) and FSQA requirements are followed.
Effectively schedule working shifts by leveraging appropriate planning tools (i.e., Microsoft Excel)
Other duties assigned by manager.

SUPERVISION

Direct: Union and/or non-union warehouse on-floor associates (Loaders, Selectors, Receivers, Forklift drivers, etc.)

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Warehouse leaders and coworkers; Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales)
External: N/A

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work takes place in normal warehouse environments as well as in cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Related Experience/Requirements:

Minimum of three years of experience in warehouse distribution required.
Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures.
Strong leadership, communication and people development skills.
Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HACCP and other regulatory requirements.
Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
Basic computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office).

Travel:

10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training.

Education/Training:

High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Licenses/Certifications:

HACCP certification a plus.
PCQI certification a plus.

This role may also receive annual incentive plan bonus.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY: