Production Supervisor

Gordon Food Service; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon Food Service in Brighton, MI, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead warehouse operations ensuring efficient shipping and compliance with company policies. You will direct staff, manage budgets, and collaborate with Sales/Transportation to maintain accuracy and service levels.

The role features a four-day work week pattern and shift coverage from 6 PM onward, with Saturdays off. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in warehouse roles and at least 1 year in a leadership capacity;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of warehouse experience.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience required (Receiving leadership preferred).
• Knowledge of Fusion.
• Industrial Vehicle (PIV) certification is preferred.
• Basic understanding of DOT, OSHA, EEOC and related regulatory agencies and laws.

Responsibilities

• Directs cost-effective operation of warehouse shipping.
• Contributes to the development of Division procedures to improve service and profitability and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Selects and trains employees and Team Leaders and schedules workforce appropriately.
• Collaborates with Sales/Transportation leadership to maintain operating proficiency and accuracy.
• Maintains budget for shipping wages and other shipping-related costs.
• Develops and maintains procedures and controls to minimize warehouse damages and ensure accountability.
• Conduct departmental and pre-shift meetings to communicate information.
• Prepare weekly performance scores for individual employees, monitor employees’ incentive pay and time and attendance system to make necessary adjustments as appropriate.
• Mentors and empowers staff and develops an assistant capable of performing the functions of department supervisor for interim periods.
• Interviews, hires, trains, and retains staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Warehouse experience

Industrial Vehicle certification (PIV)

Regulatory knowledge (DOT/OSHA/EEOC)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fusion

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

Production Supervisor

Location: 8152 Kensington Ct Brighton, MI 48116

Gordon Food Service takes pride in delivering seamless order processing and delivery to our customers, and our warehouse staff is the backbone of our success. The Production Supervisor position offers a great opportunity to develop your skills, contribute to a dynamic team, and make a positive impact on our operations. Be part of a skilled team that offers respect, expertise, and professional development!

While no two days will look alike, here is a snapshot of some of the things you'll be doing:

• Directs cost-effective operation of warehouse shipping.
• Contributes to the development of Division procedures to improve service and profitability and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Selects and trains employees and Team Leaders and schedules workforce appropriately.
• Collaborates with Sales/Transportation leadership to maintain operating proficiency and accuracy.
• Maintains budget for shipping wages and other shipping-related costs.
• Develops and maintains procedures and controls to minimize warehouse damages and ensure accountability.
• Conduct departmental and pre-shift meetings to communicate information. Attends and/or leads training as required, to include safety program training.
• Prepare weekly performance scores for individual employees, monitor employees’ incentive pay (WCS) and time and attendance system to make necessary adjustments as appropriate.
• Mentors and empowers staff and develops an assistant capable of performing the functions of department supervisor for interim periods.
• Interviews, hires, trains, and retains staff. Conducts performance monitoring of staff, initiating follow-through with disciplinary action and termination in consultation with Human Resources when appropriate for the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Schedule

• Four day work week that rotates every 4 months - Rotates between Mon/Tues/Thurs/Friday, Tuesday-Friday, Sunday -Wednesday. You would always have Saturdays off.
• Shift time: 6PM and going until finish (Shifts may vary based on case volume)

Does this look like you?

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years of warehouse experience required
• One year of previous leadership experience required (Receiving leadership preferred)
• Knowledge of Fusion
• Industrial Vehicle (PIV) certification is preferred
• Must have a basic understanding of DOT, OSHA, EEOC, and other related regulatory agencies and laws

Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.