Warehouse Coordinator

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Coordinator to coordinate inbound, internal, and outbound activities, lead the warehouse team, and ensure accurate shipments. You will create waves, manage pick tasks, and work closely with inventory control to resolve discrepancies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (2‑year degree preferred), plus 2+ years in a lead warehouse role. Proficiency with SAP/WMS and strong organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 2‑year degree preferred in supply chain or inventory control.
• Two years in a lead warehouse role within warehousing or distribution.
• Strong computer skills; SAP experience plus with spreadsheets and reports.
• Ability to read orders and inventory reports and generate business reports.
• Able to prioritize and multi‑task in a fast‑paced setting.
• Highly organized and efficient with good written and verbal communication.
• Team player, able to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound, internal, and outbound warehouse activities.
• Lead warehouse tasks under the Department Manager direction with the team.
• Coordinate shipping docking activities to ensure accuracy of transactions.
• Create and release waves; manage picking for shipment.
• Oversee wave releases to maintain steady workflow without gaps.
• Input and print pick tickets; assign staging areas for outbound loads.
• Investigate shortages and re‑wave shipments as needed.
• Create STOs to move products between warehouse locations.
• Coordinate replenishment and put‑away activities; assist inventory control.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Inventory control

Strong communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

2-year degree in supply chain management or inventory control management

Tools

SAP

WMS

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 stride to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Job Summary

This position is responsible for coordinating warehouse activities including inbound, internal, and outbound warehouse processes. The warehouse coordinator will complete, lead and monitor completion of all warehouse tasks under direction of the Department Manager and in conjunction with the warehouse and inventory teams.

• Partner closely with the warehouse management team to ensure warehouse activities are effectively scheduled and executed.
• Monitor and coordinate the shipping cockpit and dock activities, specifically, the physical warehouse activities and transactions to ensure accuracy.
• Perform warehouse team lead responsibilities, to include coordinating, assigning work activities, reporting and follow‑up.
• Creates and releases waves and manages tasks for picking product for shipment.
• Manages the wave release process to be as close to just in time without the warehouse staff running out of work.
• Input and print pick tickets as appropriate.
• Assign staging areas for outbound loads.
• Investigate product shortages and re‑waves shipments as needed.
• Creates STOs (Stock Transfer Orders) to move products between warehouse locations.
• Create and coordinate product put‑away activities.
• Create and coordinate replenishment tasks to ensure adequate stock in pick faces.
• In conjunction with the inventory control coordinator, create, assign, and complete inventory control tasks.
• Support inventory control activities to include identifying, investigating, and resolving inventory discrepancies resulting from the use of exception codes.
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent. Preferred, 2-year degree in supply chain management or inventory control management.
• Two‑years in a lead warehouse role, directly in a warehouse, logistics, transportation or distribution center environment.
• Excellent computer skills with advanced experience with word processing, spreadsheet applications and specialized inventory control software programs (WMS), SAP a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as customer orders, inventory reports, operating procedures to ensure documents are audited and accurate. Ability to generate reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Candidate must be highly organized and efficient.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written.
• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Must have excellent mathematical skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• The employee may be exposed to wet, hot, humid and cold temperatures, moving machinery including forklift traffic, and noise levels exceeding 85dB.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), required in a warehouse and production environment.
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 40‑pounds independently throughout the shift and/or move up to 75‑lbs. with assistance as needed.
• The employee is regularly required to work in an office, warehouse, and production environment.
• Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee frequently is required to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.

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 broad‑line 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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EEO

Saputo 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).