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Description
GENERAL PURPOSE
Directly supervise and provide work direction to warehouse / cooler employees and coordinate activities to maximize
productivity on assigned shifts and areas. Proactively communicate with internal areas such as production, sales, and
customer service to ensure appropriate inventory / product levels are available for load-out and finished product is
delivered accurately and on time. Hold self and others accountable for promoting safety rules and regulations and act in
accordance with the requirements for food safety and quality.
Position Hours : Monday - Friday, 3 : 00 pm - 12 : 00 am
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Schedule, assign and monitor work, and provide clear direction to warehouse / cooler employees to meet the
needs of the business. Coordinate the work efforts of employees to ensure that outgoing semi-trailers or trucks
are loaded accurately and on time to meet customer order requirements
Determine needed quantities of finished product and communicate those needs to the production area.
Anticipate current and future production needs through close communication with sales and production
Monitor incoming loads and invoices to identify damaged or erroneously delivered orders. Work with vendors,
suppliers, and other employees to resolve discrepancies and solve problems
internal / external customer service
Work effectively with union and / or non-union employees to promote positive and productive working
relationships. Understand and effectively apply work rules, union contract provisions if applicable, and
employment policies
Provide for the supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities, ensuring effective
selection, retention, feedback, disciplinary action, and performance management. Work with Human Resources
and plant management to resolve employee grievances. Review and edit employee electronic time records as
needed. Participate in collective bargaining agreement or other contract related activities and discussions as
requested. Actively communicate with employees through shift meetings and informal methods
Actively promote safe work behaviors and hold self and direct reports accountable for following safety rules and
regulations. Conduct accident / injury investigations and send reports of injury to HR in a timely manner to meet
reporting standards. May coordinate and / or facilitate plant safety meetings, training, and incentive programs
Document / update and ensure proper procedures are in place and being followed for production efficiency,
quality of product, employee safety, and state and federal guidelines
Proactively look for ways to increase operational efficiency and contain costs. Identify and implement best
practices in establishing SOP’s, managing labor, and maintaining applicable certifications. Think creatively and
abstractly to develop alternative possibilities to drive improvement
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee,
but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate degree in business administration, supply chain and logistics, or related curriculum (or
equivalent combination of experience and education)
2 to 5 years of experience in a warehouse, cooler, distribution, production, logistics, or related environment
coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes or team lead experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Last updated : 2024-06-20
Full Time
Consumer Goods
$64k-87k (estimate)
06/21/2024
09/20/2024
dfamilk.com
KANSAS CITY, KS
15,000 - 50,000
1998
Private
RICK SMITH
$10B - $50B
Consumer Goods
DFA manufactures and markets cheese, butter and dairy products to the food and beverage industry.