Shipping, Receiving & Warehouse Supervisor, Night Crew

 

Finding the right place to grow your career isn’t (over) easy, so we’re here to help by sharing a few reasons why the grass is greener at Vital Farms. We think you’ll appreciate our focus on Conscious Capitalism, which drives business decisions that benefit all our stakeholders (leading to even better business results). You might be drawn to our innovative approach and refusal to settle for the “way things have always been done.” Or you could find it exciting to grow your skills while working for an industry-leading brand. Whether you’re into our values, our brand, or our egg-cellent puns, we hope you’ll join our Crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time!

At Vital Farms, we’re proud of the diverse communities we serve and the stakeholders who help bring our purpose to life. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where every crew member feels valued. We see this as one of our greatest strengths - and your role is key to helping us build on it.

Your Role:

The Shipping, Receiving & Warehouse (SRW) Supervisor will be responsible for all activities required to ensure accurate and timely receipt and shipment of orders. This includes coordination of the dock schedule, coaching and assisting leads, developing operators, following up with freight carriers when needed, and completion of order management processes within the system. The ideal candidate for the role is organized and process / system oriented, communicates clearly and directly, acts with a sense of urgency, and understands the flow of data to solve problems. You will work closely with the shipping leads, production team, supply chain, and 3^rd party logistics partners to meet the expectations and standards of Vital Farms and our customers

What You'll Do:

• Partner with other departments and leaders at ECS to ensure we win as a team and meet (or exceed) our daily production schedule targets.
• Ensure all personnel safety, sanitation, and food safety procedures are followed without exception.
• Directly manage Crew in their daily tasks, including performance reviews, on-the-job training, and coaching/disciplinary action
• Assign tasks and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Partner with the training team to oversee and coordinate the development and up-skilling of your crew.
• Coordinate in/outbound shipments
• Communicate with drivers on-site to check them in and facilitate the smooth flow of freight in and out of the facility.
• Assist shipping leads in managing the daily dock schedule, including consistent follow up for missed appointments.
• Systematically receive inbound orders and fulfill outbound orders.
• Assist in storage organization activities, identifying problems to be addressed, as time allows.
• Act like an owner and identify areas to drive continuous improvement.

What You Bring to the Table:

• High School diploma or GED required but a bachelor’s degree in supply chain or Operations is strongly preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a warehouse or transportation role
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to work in a fluid, fast paced environment
• Ability to quickly learn new tools and systems
• Excel skills – ability to manipulate data using standard formulas / functionality and in templates created by others
• You’re no hero – You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
• You give a sh*t – You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
• You raise the standards – You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
• You can walk in someone else’s boots – You seek to understand other’s viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
• You don’t walk on eggshells – You’re not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations.
• We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we haven’t yet considered! 

What We Bring to the Table:

• A fast-paced, energetic environment with passionate people who are leading a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table.
• Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few).
• Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) + 3% Contribution from Day 1.
• Free eggs and butter (yes, really!), along with friends and family discounts. 
• Fun team SWAG that will make you the talk of the town.
• Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth.