Warehouse Manager Job Description

The Warehouse Manager manages all aspects of receiving, warehouse storage, shipping, and dispatch of finished products, requisitioning of all materials and scheduling of transport drivers for a 24-hour 7-day operation in Newark & Clifton. Presence in the Facility, on average 50 hours per week, spanning a minimum of 5 workdays per week; (Temporary Work Hours Tuesday to Saturday to lead the Sanitation Crew). “Weekend” Presence, a minimum two ‘on the floor’ visits per Bakery per month, assuming the Bakery is operating during weekends.

· A minimum of 5 years of experience in the food manufacturing warehouse industry

· Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, Cold temperature storage environment, and FIFO.

· Bilingual in English & Spanish is preferred.

· Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.

· Ability to exemplify Transformative Leadership with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

· Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and able to communicate at all levels.

· High tolerance for stress and ability to demonstrate sound judgment and decision- making under pressure; and able to lift minimum 30lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

· Ensure the receiving either in house or at the warehouse, of all incoming bulk flour, ingredients, packaging materials, bakery supplies and equipment, this is to be done in accordance with SQF and HACCP standards, and FIFO.

· Maintain a Safe Working Environment for all.

· Establish warehouse practices and protocols to achieve an efficient warehouse.

· Ensure proper documentation by maintaining Receiving Log and that all necessary paperwork for inbound and outbound trucks is completed.

· Ensure proper storage and rotation of inventory.

· Ensure an accurate weekly inventory of all ingredients and wrapping materials.

· Ensure the plant is supplied with the proper materials and liaison with the production department to accurately determine the plant’s daily needs.

· Ensure product is dispatched to drivers / customers timely providing accurate documentation for billing.

· Manages drivers’ schedule in a cost- effective manner to avoid unnecessary salary expenditure.

· Ensure all trucks are serviced properly and maintain a service log with the leasing company.

· Ensure all KPI’s and Metrics are reported and met.

· Audit and report inventory while making recommendations on which items to order and restock.

· Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve employees.

· Communicate with other departments to ensure products are shipped in a timely manner.

· Be a Steward who supports and protects our Mission and Culture.

· Partner with stakeholders to share best practices and improve ways of working.

· Infuse Purpose, Clarity, Energy, and Opportunity to our Workforce.

· Preside develop, mentor and coach supervisors and leads to excel to the peak of their performance levels.

· Collaborates and trains departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.

· Investigate new technology for managing the warehouse.

· Explore to enhance and/or grow our Company and its Performance.

· Ensure housekeeping of all storage areas and warehouse.

· Assist in special projects when use of the Forklift is essential.

· Perform data entry duties as needed.

· Provide backups for all positions including drivers. Promote and Support Training of personnel.

· Explore to enhance and/or grow our Company and its Performance, inclusive but not limited to Training; Personnel Advancement; Product Enhancement; Cost Reductions; Optimization; Continuous improvement; Personnel Recruitment.

· All other Responsibilities as assigned.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $54,088.63 - $99,139.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road