Warehouse Supervisor

Hawkins, Inc.; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

ESPP

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a warehouse supervisor to lead material handling and distribution in our New Bern, NC facility. You will supervise warehouse staff, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, manage inventory, and report performance.

This role supports continuous improvement and participates in production scheduling and quality control. The position requires at least 2 years in production/supply chain, proficiency with Excel/Outlook, and willingness to work weekends/on-call.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in production, supply chain, manufacturing, or technical roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook).
• Experience with problem solving, project management and communication.
• 6 months+ of MRP/ERP experience preferred; JD Edwards preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Weekend work and on-call availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Train, support, and supervise warehouse staff.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and inventory accuracy.
• Assist with inventory levels and production planning.
• Operate SOPs and safety regulations in all tasks.
• Handle, transfer, ship, receive, and store chemicals.
• Oversee loading/unloading, cycle counts, and inventory control.

Skills

Excel

Outlook

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Hawkins, Inc. is a trusted and well-known leader in the chemical industry for over 80 years. We have opportunities for motivated hard workers to learn and develop a career with our Water Treatment business segment. Our route sales/delivery approach to supplying products and equipment to our customers in 27+ states ensures superb customer service and support. Our customers include water and wastewater treatment systems, municipal and commercial swimming pools, industrial process and wastewater facilities, and industries like oil/gas and agricultural farmers/growers.

Learn more about us at www.hawkinsinc.com (NASDAQ: HWKN).

To learn more about Hawkins Water Treatment and the sales, delivery and warehouse positions, watch this short video.

About The Job

This position leads and supports all material handling and distribution functions in the warehouse. This includes direct supervision of warehouse personnel; regulatory compliance; inventory management; performance tracking and reporting; employee staffing, training and development; and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Training, supporting, and supervising direct reports
• Uphold Hawkins Incorporated’s standard of excellence through a continuous commitment of providing quality products and services to internal and external customers
• Assist, inventory levels and
• Ability to safely operate independently while adhering to all company Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)s and
• Complying with all applicable Federal, State, and Corporate environmental, safety and health regulations
• Responsible for, but not limited to knowing the equipment and process operation; handle, transfer, ship, receive and store chemical material
• Pick orders, load and unload trucks
• Oversee inventory process
• Apply all product quality and safety standards as well as report any product safety incidents to the Supervisor, Manager, or designated back-up (applicable to positions working in accordance with specific plant or company certifications).

Supervisors Are Responsible For

• Coach and provide direction to employees as part of a leadership team
• Manage blending and packaging to production schedule and oversee quality testing
• Coordinate loading/unloading and release of trucks and railcars
• Partner with Quality on compliance
• Partner with Maintenance for scheduling production maintenance
• Training of employees
• Cycle counting and inventory control
• Perform other miscellaneous related duties, as needed

About You

• Minimum of 2 years in a production or supply chain (planning, purchasing, materials management, etc.), manufacturing or technical field role required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Outlook required.
• Demonstrated experience in problem solving, project management and communication
• Minimum of 6 months of previous MRP or ERP experience preferred; prior JD Edwards experience strongly preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred
• Ability to work weekends and be on-call
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing (if required to operate a company vehicle)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to work in a warehouse facility where temperatures may range from 45 up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit; as well as work outside in all weather conditions.
• Able to perform manual dexterity tasks.
• Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching.
• No exposed jewelry in body piercings when in a GMP production area (where applicable).

Expected Compensation

$70,000-80,000/year. + 5% bonus eligibility

• Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.
• Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

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All applications must be received online.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.