Warehouse/Dock Lead

Availability required: Tuesday - Friday 5:30am - 2:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 3:30pm

JOB OVERVIEW: The Warehouse Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient and accurate handling of perishable dairy products. This role involves coordinating with various departments, managing inventory, and leading a team to maintain a safe and productive work environment, executing consistent quality standards and operating procedures which maximize profitability and guarantee the achievement of Company quality goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist Warehouse Leadership in ensuring the accuracy and timely processing of customer orders and the receiving of product from various suppliers by reviewing purchase orders (PO), bills of lading (BOL), and work orders (WO)
• Coordinate and assist with loading and unloading of trucks for all deliveries and shipments
• Ensure accuracy of product transfers between locations at time of shipment
• Conduct frequent partial physical inventory audits to verify accuracy of records
• Inspects work in progress and work completed, verifying for accuracy, to ensure conformance to all established quality specifications
• Assist and participate in maintenance of the cycle count program and accurate inventory of finished goods
• Effectively communicates continuing events to peer supervisors/team and/or following shift team
• Ensures that pertinent data reporting is completed a timely manner – FG posting in business central, FG counts on spreadsheets, and other data, as required or requested
• Protect the finished goods inventory of the Company against product loss and shrinkage
• Complete required data entry reports
• Acts as reliever for regular functions of warehouse assistants in the event of short staffing

Training & Development/Safety

• Facilitates training and development of warehouse team members - temps or direct hires - leading with a positive disposition and personal high-quality work ethic that both motivates team and ensures their high performance and adherence to safety standards
• Ensure dock, warehouse, equipment, shipping and receiving areas, and refrigerated and freezer areas are kept clean and free of hazards and working properly, reporting any issues immediately to Safety Manager or other member of management
• Monitors employee performance and all compliance related to rest and meal/lunch periods
• Provides input and/or makes recommendations for promotions, transfers, performance and evaluation discussions, and disciplinary action
• Assists with the proactive communication and enforcement of safety rules to all team members, and other Company employees that may be visiting in the area, to help foster a companywide culture of safety
• Must work in a safe manner and comply with all health, safety, security and emergency requirements that are communicated to you, whether established by your manager, by the company or by law and ensure direct reports are complying with safety directives

General Functions

• Ensure all warehouse procedures and SOP/standards are adhered to in day-to-day assigned operations
• Complies with all Company policies communicated to you through your Employee Manual, trainings, notice boards or other postings, or by a member of management and effectively and consistently assists with the communication, training, and enforcement of these
• Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and any/all established processes, whether established by their manager, by the company or by law as well as assists with the communication, training, and enforcement of these as they pertain to teams you are leading
• Upholds Company values and ensures communication to and adherence by all warehouse team members
• Communicate companywide sustainability goals to warehouse and logistics teams and manages resources to ensure work is produced in the most sustainable manner
• Maintain excellent attendance and work ethic
• Other duties as requested

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or some college certifications, preferred but not required
• 2 years previous leadership experience, required - preferably in a food/dairy manufacturing,
• Proficient familiarity with and use of smart technology, RedZone experience a plus
• Basic business math to verify accurate counting/tracking of inventories and be able to convert measurements
• Troubleshooting skills and ability to calmly respond to warehouse equipment or other problems and find solutions
• Basic knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Navision ERP, and HRIS software programs, preferred
• Fluent proficient English, required. Spanish/Bilingual, preferred but not required
• Schedule flexibility to work OT/different shifts as business needs arise
• This is a leadership position. Flexibility to work different shifts when required and to work weekends and holidays

COMPETENCIES

• Communicates clearly. Able to build relationships, inspire trust, and gain buy-in through influential communication style
• Customer Focus: Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, integrity, and positive disposition
• Demonstrates adaptability and ability to overcome obstacles in achieving objectives
• Possess strong listening skills and a strong attention to detail
• Ability and willingness to promote appropriate change and improvement
• Demonstrates determination and persistence while treating others with respect
• Makes recommendations to continuously improve procedures, products, methods, etc.
• Consistently looks for ways to improve oneself through growth and development opportunities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Work in a manufacturing/distribution/warehouse environment
• Extended periods of standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and stooping, turning the head and torso, reaching, grasping, bending and flexing the arms, legs, wrists, hands, and fingers. – Repetitive at times
• Occasional periods of sitting, turning the head and torso, bending and flexing the arms, legs, wrists, hands, and fingers. – Repetitive at times
• Visual, audio, and vocal senses are required
• Occasional work on a computer and or tablet and looking at the computer/tablet screen
• The ability to climb and balance is essential
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Working in cold, wet, humid environments
• Ability to work in high allergen environments
• Ability to work in temperature ranges from -20° to 100° degrees Fahrenheit
• Ability to withstand noise produced by manufacturing machinery up to 90 decibels
• Ability to lift, hold and/or carry up to 55 pounds of product, unassisted

Above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed and not construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

Straus is an equal opportunity employer. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Straus Family Creamery, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Team Benefits:

• Fully sponsored medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits for employees
• 7 paid holidays per year
• Training & Development
• PTO and floating holidays
• 401k with company match
• Partially sponsored gym/health club dues
• Straus sponsored soccer & softball teams
• Community food, fresh fruit, and snacks
• Generous discounts on dairy products for employees
• All the ice cream you can eat and delicious organic milk you can drink, while at work !

Founded in 1994, Straus Family Creamery is a mission-driven, family-owned-and-operated business dedicated to making premium organic dairy products, with minimal processing. The Straus Dairy Farm and Creamery, located in the small town of Marshall on the Northern California Coast, was the first certified organic dairy farm west of the Mississippi River and the first 100% certified organic creamery in the United States.
In addition to the Straus Dairy Farm, Straus Family Creamery buys certified organic, Non-GMO Project Verified milk from 11 other organic family farms in Northern California’s Marin and Sonoma Counties. The combination of rich soil, one of the nation’s most diverse grassland systems, and a mild coastal climate create the ideal setting for organic dairy farming. Land stewardship and sustainable farming are deeply rooted principles in certified organic farming practices.

Pay: $24 / hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount

Job Type: fulltime

Schedule:

• Weekend availability
• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Holidays

Education: High school degree

Work location: On-site