What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Supervisor position at MAESTRI D'ITALIA INC?
Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor
Department: Warehouse
Reports to: Operations Manager
Location: Vineland / Lakewood, NJ
Job Type: Full-time – Onsite
SUBMIT RESUMES TO: LAURA.CRUZ@MAESTRIDITALIA.COM
About the company:
Maestri D’Italia is a family-owned company rooted in Parma, Italy, dedicated to delivering the finest European deli meats to the U.S. since 2014. We offer authentic specialties from Italy, Spain, France, and Germany, freshly sliced and packaged in our state-of-the-art facility. Our commitment to quality and craftsmanship drives everything we do, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team as a Warehouse Supervisor.
- Warehouse Operations Management:
o Supervise and manage receiving and dispatching procedures for shipments.
o Assign daily tasks and workloads to Warehouse Associates to meet operational goals.
o Monitor and maintain efficient workflows, ensuring the warehouse operates smoothly and efficiently.
- Team Leadership and Development:
o Coach, mentor, and provide regular feedback to warehouse staff to foster a productive and positive team environment.
o Cultivate a strong, motivated, and safety-conscious workforce through effective leadership and motivation.
- Inventory Management:
o Reconcile any discrepancies found during physical counts with the warehouse inventory system.
o Ensure proper stock rotation and organization of inventory to minimize loss and maximize space utilization.
- Safety and Compliance:
o Ensure that all team members are trained in safety protocols and equipment handling.
o Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and all company policies to ensure the highest standards of production, safety, and quality.
- Reporting and Metrics:
o Provide regular updates on operational performance, challenges, and improvements.
- Proven experience in warehouse operations with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid knowledge of modern warehousing practices, inventory management, and operational workflows.
- Critical thinking skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and inventory management software.
- Experience operating forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet jacks required.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus, but not required.
- Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time and perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
- Must be able to bend, squat, and perform other physical tasks as required.
- Competitive salary.
- Health insurance.
- 401k plan.
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays.
