Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!
Our Lancaster DC is looking to hire a Warehouse Supervisor
Competitive salary and quarterly bonus plan
Excellent benefits that include:
Medical (HAS & FSA), Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
Home, Auto and Pet Insurance offerings
401K Savings plan with matching contribution
Paid time off and paid holidays
Access to back up childcare & Paid Parental Leave
Learning and Development programs
Diversity Council and Groups
Recognition for great work, company events and picnics, and much more.
Shift: start time 10:00am - Finish
POSITION PURPOSE: Responsible for Supervising the shipping/receiving functions of all outgoing/incoming products from the warehouse. Leads and controls activities of company warehouse personnel. Front line supervision is an extremely important function for the company, positive interaction with the employees is critical as this ensures getting work out on time, efficiently, and accurately. Ensures shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution are performed in an efficient manner. Takes precautions to protect warehouse contents against loss. Retains and reviews warehouse documents and reports. Conducts Warehouse operations in accordance with established procedures and policies and keeps management informed of Warehouse activities. Completes miscellaneous support functions and supports area personnel as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
Provides direction and proper motivation to leads and line employees to ensure the daily workload is completed in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Maintains a positive presence on the floor throughout the shift.
Supervises all warehouse functions.
Completes appropriate paperwork and reports as required.
Provides new hire and follow- up training for all employees.
Performs job evaluations and communicates results to employees.
Evaluates work performance of personnel regarding promotions, absenteeism, commendations and disciplinary action.
Communicates with other members of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished.
Maintains a safe, clean work environment. Be knowledgeable of all emergency procedures and regulations regarding fire and other potential emergencies.
Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location
Good attendance is a must and a requirement of your job.
Other duties as assigned
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:
Warehouse receiving and delivery processes are efficient and effective. Problems are tracked and promptly resolved.
Inventory levels are appropriate, controlled, and accurately recorded.
Documents, computer records, and files are current and accurate.
Safety regulations and procedures are followed.
Professional business relations exist with suppliers, vendors, outside contacts and internal departments.
Management is appropriately informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
Equivalent experience.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Basic knowledge of purchasing and inventory procedures and policies.
Understanding of required computer applications.
Familiarity with courier and mailing functions.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Three or more years of progressive related experience.
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Excellent leadership abilities.
Able to organize, coordinate, and direct team activities.
Strong problem solving skills
Able to use all related maintenance equipment and computer applications.
Attentive to detail.
Good communication and public relations skills.
Able to operate PC and use Microsoft Office Applications: Word and Excel
Good judgement is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
