Warehouse Manager

Position Overview:

The Ontario Plant Warehouse Manager will be responsible for directing and overseeing safe, productive operations for the dry and frozen warehouse team members. They will collaborate with the Logistics Team on the daily inbound and outbound shipping schedule. The Warehouse Manager is responsible for leading the cycle count program, minimizing turnover rates, and partnering with plant leadership on key initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the Ontario Warehouses on site (1 dry, 2 Frozen) prioritizing safety first
• Monitors employee performance and attendance; works with HR to take necessary disciplinary action
• Oversee incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments
• Oversee all work schedules and work being done in the department
• Participate in Annual Capital Planning and Master Planning Processes
• Manage Departmental Budget
• Maintain communication with trucking and other shipping companies for efficient and timely pickups
• Oversee staff to ensure accurate weekly inventory cycle counts are maintained
• Develop, direct, and manage shipping & receiving personnel and train them to properly, efficiently, and safely utilize all equipment and tools
• Collaborate frequently with Plant, Transportation, Distribution, and other cross functional departments, maintaining positive working relationships with all parties
• May operate forklift, hand truck or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store good; and
• Other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid Microsoft Office skills
• Solve problems by gathering information and evaluating options
• Make effective decisions by analyzing information and considering priorities
• Coordinate communications and activities among multiple groups
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Cooperate with others and coordinate work assignments to achieve team goals
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Experience with TMS and ERP Systems
• Must be able to work in cold/freezer environment (-20 degrees)- Office in ambient environment
• Responsible, dependable, conscientious, alert, and safety minded
• Work overtime and weekends as needed
• Excellent attendance and safety record
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• Able to meet physical demands in work environment as generally described below

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business (Logistics/Operations Preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in a similar field (Food Industry a plus).
• Demonstrated success in a fast-paced work environment

Food Safety & Quality Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Adheres to all Food Safety/Quality SOP’s
• Accurately completes required Food Safety & Quality records
• Communicates any known or suspected Food Safety/ Quality issues to the Q.A. Manager and Department Manager
• Mentor staff for implementation of food safety and quality procedures
• Attends all Food Safety/Quality meetings to develop quality and safety procedures

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• Communicates orally with employees, management, peers, vendors, suppliers, governmental compliance agencies, and customers by telephone, e-mail, group or one-on-one settings.
• Regularly uses phone and e-mail for communication
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time during course of work shift.
• Requires use of hands, speech, and hearing.
• Use of hands arms and legs to; reach, use tools or controls, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Lifting limitations for this position: 25 – 50 Ibs.
• Vision requirements in close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus as needed.
• Requires incumbent to sit and operate computer for extended periods of time during the course of the work day and the ability to proficiently use the computer keyboard for typing.
• Noise level for this work environment is typically low to moderate.
• Employee will be exposed to cold temperatures (-20 Degrees) at times.

Disclaimer:

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.