Warehouse Coordinator

Melaleuca; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Melaleuca Distribution Center in Knoxville, TN is hiring a Full-Time, on-site Warehouse Supervisor for the 2nd shift (2:45 pm - 11:15 pm). The role involves training associates on receiving and forklift tasks, enforcing SOPs, and ensuring GMP-compliant inventory handling.

Peak hours and month-end extensions may apply. The supervisor will oversee warehouse activities, coordinate with departments, dispatch trucks, and maintain accurate inventory transfers while promoting a safe, efficient work

Qualifications

• Flexible and able to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently and under stress.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Lift up to 100 lbs and handle manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Trains associates on tasks and equipment and documents SOPs and safety requirements.
• Observes and enforces proper SOP procedures and GMP guidelines.
• Maintains inventory and ensures timely transfers to departments.
• Coordinates with other departments and manages freight storage.
• Inputs requisition data and assists with purchasing supplies.
• Oversees staff performance, morale, and recognition incentives.
• Organizes dispatch of trucks and coordinates with offsite locations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Training

Safety procedures

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift equipment

Job description

Distribution Center
Knoxville, TN 37914, USA

• On-site
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: WAREH004836

Description

Monday-Friday, 2nd Shift (2:45 pm - 11:15 pm) Peak days and month end extended hours may apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Trains associates on each task and piece of equipment prior to use as it pertains to the receiving and forklift operator positions; ensuring training and documentation of SOP and safety requirements.
• Observes all associates periodically to ensure proper SOP procedures are being followed and maintained.
• Oversees that the warehouse area is maintained in a neat and orderly manner according to GMP guidelines.
• Ensures that ingredient, component, and finished good inventory stocks are maintained in ample supply from the warehouse to the appropriate department(s) in a timely fashion.
• Ensures that all freight is stored in an orderly fashion, properly tracked, and accurately accounted for.
• Oversees the transfer of finished goods from other departments is placed back into warehouse inventory accurately.
• Inputs information into computerize requisition system for the purchase of supplies and/or service repairs.
• Communicates and coordinates personnel issues with management; diffusing situations which have a high amount of conflict.
• Organizes and dispatches trucks to various locations.
• Ensures the accuracy of all inventory tracking and transfers in coordination with the IC department.
• Provides a work atmosphere conducive to employees' comfort and needs (i.e., monitors morale, goal setting, etc.), thus enhancing their ability to perform tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
• Coordinates with offsite warehouse locations on product, container and material needs.
• Provides recommendations for associate reviews, performance counseling, and the presentation of recognition incentives.

Additional:

• Performs other duties as assigned or needed.

Supervision of Others:

• Supervises related staff by performing such duties as recommending employment status (i.e., hiring, terminating, promotions, issuing warnings, etc.), interviewing applicants, counseling, training, scheduling, resolving conflicts, coordinating with other departments, conducting associate meetings, recommending wage increases, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to be flexible and prioritize.
• Ability to work independently.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.
• Standing, sitting or walking for duration of shift.
• Pulling, stretching, bending, twisting, pushing and lifting for duration of shift.
• Visually read bottles, product, batch numbers, etc. at high rates of speed.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to supervise and direct the work of others.
• Ability to organize and coordinate projects.
• Six (6) months prior experience at Melaleuca or one (1) year equivalent warehousing experience at another facility.
• Six (6) months prior experience on warehouse equipment operation (i.e., forklift, palletjack, handcart, truck driving, etc.
• Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy.

Additional:

• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.

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