Warehouse Supervisor

Description

Job Title: Warehouse (Shipping & Receiving) Supervisor

Department: Operations

Reports To: Plant Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Travel: 0%

Job Summary

The Warehouse (Shipping & Receiving) Supervisor role is responsible for efficient, safe & effective receipt, storage, inventory, and transport of our components and finished goods.  This role is responsible for overseeing a wide variety of warehouse activities including shipping and receiving raw materials and/or finished goods and maintaining inventory and associated records.  In addition to supervising and coordinating activities of workers engaged in receiving, transporting, stacking, order filling, shipping and maintaining stock records in warehouse.  The incumbent is expected to be a self-starter, a good manager of time, work independently and follow Altor’s standards for safety and conduct.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse operations including, but not limited to uninterrupted delivery of goods to/from production lines and manufacturing areas, the receipt of inbound materials from vendors 

• Supervise and assist in daily warehouse and shipping areas including – filling and shipping customer orders; satisfying internal shipping requirements (technical service, vendors, etc.); ensuring accuracy of shipments and supporting documentation; receiving incoming material and routing to appropriate area(s) or personnel; filling work orders from production; packaging assemblies and receiving into finished goods; ensuring inventory transactions are accurately logged and overseeing cycle counts and reconciliation activities. 

• Ensure efficient inbound and outbound transportation scheduling, unloading/loading and document execution 

• Schedule shipments through customer website/portals 

• Create and manage all domestic and foreign shipping documentation and accurate recordkeeping in ERP system 

• Ensure all products, items and materials are sorted, labeled, and stored according to established accounting policies and standards – including leading and conducting physical inventories and cycle counts. 

• Create and manage receiving, warehousing, and distribution processes & procedures and confirm staff compliance with standard procedures 

• Liaise with drivers, customers, and warehouse personnel. 

• Establish and/or adjust work procedures to meet warehouse demands as dictated by production schedules and workflow. 

• Develop and monitor procedures for safety and security of associates, facilities, environment, and products 

• Support production line component requirements 

• Ensure timely withdrawal of finished goods from production lines 

• Assist with physical inventory plans of products and reconcile with data to maintain adequate inventory levels 

• Inspect all warehouse equipment and order repairs & replacements when required 

• Provide leadership by establishing clear expectations and demonstrating high standards of work practices and safety conscious behavior.  Recruit, hire and train warehouse associates. 

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Requirement/Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics or purchasing preferred but not required, or equivalent experience 

• Minimum of 7-10 years’ functional warehouse management and leadership experience 

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. 

• Strong organizational/prioritization skills with an ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects while maintaining close attention to detail. 

• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.? 

• Professionally communicate with customers on shipping requirements. 

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work through processes, identify and implement process improvements and resolve complex matters. 

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. 

• Strong organizational/prioritization skills with an ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects while maintaining close attention to detail. 

• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.? 

• Possess proven operational, interpersonal, project management, vendor management and leadership skills. 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

• Must be a team player.

Computer Skills 

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient with Microsoft Office -- MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint 

• Proficient in NetSuite/ERP system, Microsoft Office; advanced knowledge of MS Excel.?  

Core Values 

Our core values define how we work and what we expect from every associate. The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate these values in performing the responsibilities of this role. Each core value represents essential behaviors and competencies aligned with the duties and qualifications of the position.

• Accountability – We take full responsibility for our actions and outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust with our stakeholders, customers, associates, and the environment. {Competencies:  Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization and Learning Agility}

• Innovation – We champion creativity and collaboration, continually striving to deliver groundbreaking solutions that transform our industry and exceed expectations. {Competencies: Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork}

• Integrity – We uphold the highest ethical standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in every decision and action, fostering trust at all levels in our organization. {Competencies: Honesty,  Consistency & Dependability and Commitment to Excellence}

• Adaptability – We embrace change agility and resilience, staying flexible and proactive in a constantly evolving world. {Competencies: Communication, Results Oriented and Flexibility}

• Caring – We prioritize the well-being of our people, communities, and business partners, recognizing that their success and happiness are vital to our own. {Competencies: Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy}

• Passion – We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, demonstrating determination to succeed while maintaining humility and respect for others. {Competencies: Commitment, Persistence & Tenacity, Humility and Respect}

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and carry up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and must be able to read production tags, labels, inspect parts, and navigate production aisleways. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk and required to reach with hands and arms and stoop/crouch, bend or twist. The employee is occasionally required to push, pull, and/or move material and work in awkward positions, such as underneath equipment, or working around machines in operations area.  The employee must be able to work from ladders/platforms as needed, safely operate a forklift, and communicate (verbally and visually) with pedestrians. The employee must be able to inspect the forklift as required and communicate issues. Must have the ability to provide clear explanation and direction on issues and resolutions. Must be able to apply critical thinking to perform problem solving for complex tasks, including recognizing hazards and mitigating risk.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments with proximity to other production associates, materials, and machinery. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high level with ear protection required. Moderate exposure to heat, cold, and noise. Heat and cold exposure is dependent on external weather temperatures.  Work areas may occasionally have wet or damp conditions.  

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this is as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.