Distribution Center Supervisor

Reports to: Director of Warehouse Services

 



Supervises: Warehouse Foreman/leads, team leaders, Utility workers and temporary employees.

 

The Distribution Center Supervisor has general responsibility for coordinating and supervising all warehouse activities on a daily basis.  Under the direction of the Director of Warehouse Services the supervisor is responsible for supervising the receiving; warehousing and shipping of product in a manner consistent with Tridents and customer requirements.

 

Shipping/Receiving:

Supervise and coordinate timely unloading of inbound shipments, orderly put away of product, picking, staging and loading of outbound shipments in accordance with the highest possible levels of productivity.  Verify required inbound/outbound paperwork with drivers, ensuring that all products are properly counted.

 

Quality:

Insure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage & temperature abuse. Uphold and maintain all food safety requirements mandated by either government or Trident Quality Control regulations

 

Equipment:

Ensure the efficient and safe operation of all materials handling equipment.

 

Scheduling:

Participate in establishing work schedules.  Ensure that the schedules are correctly implemented and that jobs are assigned effectively and completed properly.

 

Storage:

Maintain product locator system.  Ensure the optimal utilization of space through warehouse consolidation.  Rotate product as appropriate.

 

Safety, Sanitation, Security:

Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area.  Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.  Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.  Conduct operations in accordance with OSHA Standards, as well as established company safety policies and procedures.

 

Labor Management:

Direct the operations of the warehouse team to achieve prescribed objectives. Apply sound communication and motivational techniques in supervising, counseling and disciplining subordinates.  Provide input into the performance evaluation system for recommending promotions, wage increases and terminations.

 

Records:

Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate fashion.

 

Inventory:

Assure the integrity of the inventory and assist in conducting physical inventories.

 

Communications:

Attend warehouse meetings.  Interact with Transportation, Customer Service, Human Resources, customers and employees.  Act as a liaison between employees and management.

 

Qualifications:

 

Practical on the job experience with continuing education through seminars, college or industry forums. Increase knowledge base through close interaction with management personnel from various departments to gain a broader understanding of global picture with the company.

 

Knowledge/Experience/Skills:

The D.C. Supervisor requires management and supervisory skills in addition to warehousing experience.  Familiarity with personal computers and materials handling equipment is essential.

 

Send resume along with salary requirements to “HR Attn: DCS” via email to ‘hr@tridentseafoods.com’

 

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