Warehouse Supervisor

Farmers Union Industries, LLC; Estherville (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

401K match

Job summary

Farmers Union Industries, LLC in Estherville, IA is seeking a Load-Out Execution Freezer & Inventory Team Supervisor to supervise freezer, shipping and packaging operations. You will coordinate volumes with the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator, ensure adherence to schedules, monitor inventory, maintain trailers and USDA compliance, and lead a team in a fast-paced food processing environment.

You will oversee daily execution, uphold safety and quality standards, and support continuous improvements

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in fresh/frozen food warehouse, shipping, inventory experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
• Demonstrate attendance and adherence to FUI values
• Ability to operate basic computer systems such as inventory/shipping system, Word, Excel, and Outlook; Paycom experience a plus
• Advanced written and verbal communication with the ability to maintain accurate records

Responsibilities

• Manage freezer, shipping, and packaging teams to support safe, efficient daily operations and timely product movement
• Monitor product readiness and inventory levels to support the confirmed shipping schedule
• Partner with the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator to plan load-out volumes, dock capacity, and shipping priorities
• Execute fresh and frozen load-outs according to the confirmed shipping schedule and dock appointments
• Communicate product readiness, warehouse capacity, or loading constraints to the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator
• Verify container and trailer availability prior to staging loads and prepare the daily 'make sheet' for next-day cold-side operations
• Maintain control of USDA stamps and coordinate USDA approval for export loads
• Inspect trailers with carriers for cleanliness and food-safe conditions prior to loading
• Monitor trailer temperatures and refrigeration operation, including occasional weekend checks as needed
• Coordinate trailer movement and yard truck activity to support shipping flow
• Organize cooler and freezer space for efficient storage and load-out
• Manage dry goods inventory and support accurate end-of-day inventory reporting
• Ensure trailer doors and shipping areas are secured at the end of the day
• Coordinate annual freezer inventory for audit purposes
• Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team leadership

Tools

Paycom

Inventory/shipping system

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

Redwood Farms Meat Processors, located in Estherville, IA, processes hogs of varying sizes allowing us to offer a variety of cuts and cut sizes. Learn more about what we do at fuillc.com/redwood-farms/.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm, or as needed (1 hour lunch)

Additional hours or weekend coverage may be necessary to support operations

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Load-Out Execution Freezer & Inventory Team Supervision

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage freezer, shipping, and packaging teams to support safe, efficient daily operations and timely product movement
• Monitor product readiness and inventory levels to support the confirmed shipping schedule
• Partner with the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator to plan load-out volumes, dock capacity, and shipping priorities
• Execute fresh and frozen load-outs according to the confirmed shipping schedule and dock appointments
• Communicate product readiness, warehouse capacity, or loading constraints to the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator
• Verify container and trailer availability prior to staging loads and prepare the daily "make sheet" for next-day cold-side operations
• Maintain control of USDA stamps and coordinate USDA approval for export loads
• Inspect trailers with carriers for cleanliness and food-safe conditions prior to loading
• Monitor trailer temperatures and refrigeration operation, including occasional weekend checks as needed
• Coordinate trailer movement and yard truck activity to support shipping flow
• Organize cooler and freezer space for efficient storage and load-out
• Manage dry goods inventory and support accurate end-of-day inventory reporting
• Ensure trailer doors and shipping areas are secured at the end of the day
• Coordinate annual freezer inventory for audit purposes
• Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in fresh/frozen food warehouse, shipping, inventory experience
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) skills, highly preferred
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
• Demonstrate desirable behaviors such as attendance and adherence to FUI values
• Ability to operate basic computer systems such as inventory/shipping system, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; Paycom experience, a plus
• Advanced written and verbal communication with the ability to maintain accurate records
• Strong sense of initiative and problem-solving with the ability to manage time/deadlines and delegate work
• Willingness to work additional hours or perform work in other areas of the facility, as requested
• Ability to read metric or standard measurements
• Ability to work in a facility that processes hogs
• Travel up to 5% annually
• Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally perform hand and/or wrist movements
• Frequently lift up to 100 pounds from floor to waist level
• Frequently pull and/or push up to 100 pounds
• Frequently bend at the knees and/or waist
• Frequently turn and/or twist
• Frequently climb stairs up to 15 feet
• Stand up to 80% of the workday, perform desk duties 20% of the workday
• Ability to tolerate varying environmental conditions including cold/freezing temperatures and wet/slippery conditions

We offer a competitive salary, and a complete benefits package includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!