Warehouse Supervisor

Stone Brewing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 67,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in craft brewing is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead their team in Richmond, VA. This exciting role involves overseeing warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and managing a dedicated team of warehouse workers. The successful candidate will be responsible for workflow management, training new employees, and maintaining accurate records for shipments and inventory. Join a dynamic company that values diversity and offers a range of benefits including comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and unique beer perks. If you're passionate about leadership and warehouse management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401K

Bonuses for Eligible Team Members

Company Beer Perks Program

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

12 Paid Holidays

Financial Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Programs

Career Development Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a warehouse environment with supervisory experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Warehouse Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse operations and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Train new team members and manage workflow and inventory control.

Skills

Warehouse Management

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft AX

Job description

Description

Sapporo brewed the first beer of Japan in 1876. It’s now the number one selling Asian beer brand in the U.S. thanks to its best-selling Sapporo Premium. Sapporo acquired Stone Brewing in 2022 to brew all of Sapporo’s beer for the U.S. market. Stone Brewing, established in 1996, pioneered the West Coast Style IPA helping to fuel the modern craft beer revolution. Now one company, Sapporo-Stone Brewing is among the 15 largest breweries in the U.S. and operates production facilities in Escondido, CA and Richmond, VA plus seven Stone Brewing taproom and bistro locations. We’ve enjoyed a rich history following our passion and are in search of people who take great pride in building our legacy for the future.

Summary

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for directing and coordinating activities of brewery and distribution warehouse and ensures warehouse tasks and activities are carried out following company health and safety procedures and compliance standards.

We are hiring for an opening on 3rd shift, which operates on a 4x10s work schedule (working 4 days per week on 10 hour shifts).

3rd Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:00pm - 7:30am

Responsibilities

• Oversees the warehouse worker team as they process their essential functions and ensures tasks are completed correctly, efficiently and safely.
• Responsible for workflow management; checking planned loads and production schedule in the morning; verifying with the manifest lists and production team and assigning workload to the team.
• Responsible for accuracy of inbound and outbound shipments. Ensure raw material receipts are processed and put away correctly. Check and sign off on all outbound international and domestic shipments to ensure proper shelf life remaining and accuracy of shipment, load configuration and paperwork.
• Responsible for training new team members in the warehouse functions including safety, AX/WAX system, utilization of handheld scanners and equipment training. Assign mentors for on the job training assignments as needed.
• Checks for out-of-code beer and reports finding to the Warehouse Operations Manager for processing instructions. Advises Warehouse Operations Manager if any beer is in danger of going out of code.
• Monitor and schedule maintenance of all warehouse equipment in good working order.
• Assigns workers to specific duties such as verifying amounts of and storing incoming shipments, assembling customer orders for delivery, inventory control processes and beer and material rotation and disposal of damaged or out of code materials or beer.
• Reviews bills of lading for incoming shipments and outgoing customer orders in order to ensure accuracy and plan work activities.
• Keeps accurate records, prepares and submits documentation and various reports. Maintains operational procedures. Ensures accurate AX transactions and helps reconcile inventory, cycle counts, and code date or data entry discrepancies.
• Establishes operational procedures for verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials and tracking warehouse inventory.
• Coordinates activities of distribution warehouse with activities of sales, production and accounting departments to ensure availability of materials.
• Monitors and maintains cleanliness and overall physical condition of the warehouse and equipment.
• Track and review through safety inspections, Gemba Walks, Audits and daily shift meetings.
• Addresses performance issues and assesses overall performance completely annual performance evaluations for team.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Supervisory Responsibilities – Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees and assisting with planning, assigning, and directing work; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Provides regular performance feedback and coaching to direct reports including reviews.

Requirements

• Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Experience: At least 5 years of related experience and/or training in a Warehouse environment. Must have at least 2 years of supervisory experience. Must have experience utilizing Warehouse Management Systems.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with Microsoft AX or similar preferred.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Forklift Certification
• Language Skills: Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Annual Salary: $67,000
• Bonus Plan: 2.5% of Annual Salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, 401K, and Bonuses for Eligible Team Members
• Company beer perks program and discounts
• Paid Time Off – including Vacation accrual, Sick Leave, and 12 paid Holidays
• Benefit programs supporting Financial Wellness, Health & Wellness and Career Development

Sapporo-Stone Brewing is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, various ability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression of an otherwise qualified individual, or membership in any other class protected by applicable law. Sapporo-Stone Brewing hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications for the job to be filled.

Sapporo-Stone Brewing seeks to build a culturally diverse staff where differences are valued and respected. Women, minorities, individuals with various abilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ and intersectional individuals are encouraged to apply.