Third Shift Operation's Supervisor

G&G Beverage Distributors; Connecticut; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and 401K

Job summary

G&G Beverage Distributors, Inc. is seeking a Third Shift Operations Supervisor to oversee the night warehouse functions in Wallingford, CT. The role includes supervising loading, palletizing, and a small team of forklift operators to ensure efficient deliveries.

Candidates should have 1–2 years in warehouse/retail management, forklift experience, and a working knowledge of inventory controls and safety standards. This exempt position requires night availability and adaptability to peak periods.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years warehouse/retail management experience.
• Forklift operation experience required.
• Strong safety and OSHA familiarity.
• Ability to motivate a small team.
• Knowledge of inventory controls and supplier standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise night warehouse operations and loading.
• Oversee picking, palletizing, and truck loading.
• Manage up to 3 forklift and order builders.
• Ensure orders are received and tagged in warehouse system.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with Operations Manager.
• Adhere to peak-period scheduling.
• Train staff and ensure proper staffing.

Skills

Forklift operation

Leadership

Safety compliance

Inventory control

Team supervision

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse management system

RFID/barcode systems

MS Office

Job description

G&G

BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTORS, INC.

207 Church Street

P.O. Box 4488 Wallingford, CT 06492

[phone]

Third Shift Operation's Supervisor

We are a proud distributor of domestic, import and craft beers throughout Connecticut. Based in the New Haven area we are seeking a career-minded Third Shift Operation's Supervisor.

Our company is a fast pace, relationship driven business that requires professionalism, sales ability, strong interpersonal skills and dedication.

Job Summary:

As a member of the management team, responsible for supervising the night functions of the warehouse including managing proper order picking for the next day and proper loading of trucks for delivery. Ensuring employees are working in a manner that maximizes safety and productivity.

Essential Job Functions:

• Supervising loading of trucks for deliveries.
• Overseeing palletization process and making sure that orders are picked and palletized correctly.
• Supervising a staff of up to 3 forklift and order builders' operators to maintain productivity levels.
• Ensuring that orders are properly received and tagged through our warehouse technology platform.
• Maintaining a safe operating environment for all warehouse crew, ensuring that safety standards and protocol are enforced.
• Work with Operations Manager and Assistant Operations Manager to maintain efficiency.
• Maintaining the cleanliness and maintenance of the facility.
• Ensuring that staffs complete training requirements.
• Has experience in operating a forklift.
• Detail oriented, with ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Continuous desire to improve.
• Must be willing and able to work nights.

Experience /Training /Education:

• H.S. or GED required; some college preferred.
• 1-2 years of related warehouse / retail experience, including some management experience.
• Food & beverage industry experience highly desired
• Successful track record of achieving inventory targets, implementing quality process improvements and meeting supplier standards. Experience with union shops desired.
• Specialized skills & knowledge: Mechanical ability; knowledge of refrigeration controls; forklift safety, OSHA, FDA specs and environmental law/standards. Calculating space/storage footage, etc. First Aid certification desired.
• Ability to motivate and lead a diverse workforce.
• Proven planning and execution skills; decisiveness.
• Ability to work with computerized inventory systems; PC skills and ability to use various communication systems Strong verbal, written communication skills; organizational skills.
• Clear business ethics; culturally sensitive.
• Familiarity with applicable state and federal regulations of the beverage industry.
• Ability to work effectively with G&G owners, management staff and employees.
• Ability to convey a positive and professional image, both externally and internally.
• Ability to solve problem regarding employees, suppliers, operations and finance.

Position Compensation:

Benefits and 401K

As G&G Beverage Distributors is a growing company with season volume fluctuations, flexibility is required to schedule work hours and vacation around peak work times. Primarily responsible for night warehouseshift, 6pm till done Sun, 10pm till 6am Monday- Thursday. Individual must be able to shift priorities, work assignments and, if necessary, perform operational, deliveries and clerical work

This is an operational position, which requires both office work and warehouse supervision. The employee reads technical material, uses a phone and computer, reads precise instruments, works with data and moves within the compound to supervise warehouse, merchandising, recycle and fleet staff. Sitting and lifting/carrying material under 170 pounds is required.

This position is backed up by: Assistant Operations Manager This position is back up to: N/A

This position is classified as exempt.

This job description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline. It does not purport to be an exhaustive list of all the elements of the job. It may be modified at any time by G & G's management to meet its organizational needs.

All final applicants will be required to comply and pass all drug, background, work assessment and driving checks.

G & G Beverage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Place.

www.ggbeverage,com

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Jeanette Birney

HR/Administration