What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping & Receiving Supervisor position at Interoceanic?
Spring Valley began on a small family farm in Jackson, WI and has grown into a leading manufacturer of fertilizers and ice melter products. From our locations in Jackson, WI, Fostoria, OH, Greenville, TX, and Longwood, FL, we serve a wide variety of customer markets including distributors, co-ops, and retailers throughout the United States and internationally. Spring Valley became a part of the Interoceanic (IOC) family of companies in 2022. Our company continues to grow and expand, which presents many new opportunities. Our Fostoria, OH warehouse is eagerly seeking a Shipping & Receiving Supervisor to join our team!
Job Summary:
The Shipping & Receiving Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operation, ensuring efficient inventory management, maintaining a safe work environment, and leading a team of warehouse associates/shipping & receiving associates. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills to optimize warehouse processes and support company objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise, coordinate, and participate in daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping of goods.
- Oversee shipping schedule and plan warehouse tasks accordingly
- Ensure inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and audits.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment in compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate warehouse staff, promoting teamwork and productivity.
- Monitor and enforce safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Collaborate with other departments, including logistics, purchasing, and customer service, to ensure smooth operations.
- Develop and implement process improvements to enhance warehouse efficiency.
- Track key performance metrics and provide reports to management.
- Resolve warehouse-related issues and address operational challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
- 3 years of experience in operating a forklift.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS), enterprise resource systems (ERP) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent attention to detail
Effective communication skills
Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse operations, and ability to follow all safety procedures and requirements of the company, including use of PPE.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and work in a physically demanding environment.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Hourly rate, $20 per hour or more, depending on experience.
- Paid Holidays and PTO upon hire
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance available after 30 days
- HSA with company contribution with Spring Valley's health insurance
- Company provided Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Boot Program, Prescription Safety Glasses Program
- Company provided Life Insurance, Additional Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees and their dependents also available.
- 401k with Company match available after 60 days
- Vacation days awarded after 120 day introductory period.
Safety Boot Program
Prescription Safety Glasses program
This position will require standing, walking, lifting 50lbs, stooping, climbing, seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, reading, tolerance to cold or warm temperatures based on the weather conditions.
Spring Valley is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Salary : $20 - $25
