What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Supervisor position at CareersInFood.com?
At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there’s a seat at the table for you.
At Lakeside Foods, we are not your typical packaging and warehouse. Our Packaging Center in Manitowoc is clean, safe, and full of energy. As a Frozen Warehouse Supervisor on second shift, you will be part of a Management Team that values hard work, supports each other, and takes pride in delivering quality product. Whether you are starting your career or looking for a stable, rewarding job, this is a place where you can grow and thrive.
What You’ll Get:
- Competitive wages based on experience.
- Affordable, market-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid vacation and personal time after 30 days of employment.
- Retirement plan with company match of 50% up to 6% of pay.
- Prescription safety glasses and safety shoe reimbursement.
- Paid training, on-site and off-site, to help you succeed.
- A clean, safe, and fun work environment with a strong safety record.
- Schedules that support work/life balance.
- A family atmosphere where your contributions are valued.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in training new employees and learning operational procedures.
- Supervise Warehouse Staff, ensuring productivity and efficiency.
- Address personnel and warehouse issues, keeping the Management Team informed and communication open with all employees.
- Provide coverage for Frozen during absences or vacations.
- Facilitate Team Meetings and Shift Huddles to communicate goals, updates, and safety reminders.
- Provide employee recognition to foster a culture of encouragement, positivity, and continuous improvement.
- Manage shift schedules and attendance, including approving time off and handling coverage.
- Oversee cycle counts and assist with inventory reconciliation.
- identify and implement process improvements to enhance workflow and reduce waste.
- Coordinate with other departments as needed.
- Maintain complete and accurate records of all packaging orders.
- Know and comply with all PQC, SOP, and HACCP Programs related to operations.
- Maintain a safe and productive work environment by correcting unsafe acts, doing inspections, and enforcing plant Safety Programs.
- Adhere to all Lakeside Foods policies and procedures.
What You’ll Bring:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree in warehouse operations or related field is preferred.
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Supervisory Management is a plus.
- One or more years of relevant experience in warehouse operations, equipment maintenance, or related field is preferred.
- Demonstrate some operational understanding of machinery involved in the warehouse process.
- Experience driving a forklift.
- Possess OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification or be willing to obtain certification through on-site training.
- Willingness to be CPR/AED/First-Aid trained.
- Safety mindset.
Where You’ll Work:
WELCOME TO MANITOWOC
Thousands of visitors are drawn here each year to explore the USS Cobia World War II submarine, tour Rogers Street Fishing Village to view relics of famous shipwrecks, or sail across Lake Michigan on the S. S. Badger. We love company and invite you to explore 20 miles of spectacular Lake Michigan shoreline. From the pristine coastline with its stunning parks and beaches and marinas, to historic downtowns and outdoor band concerts, Manitowoc-Two Rivers is a maritime treasure to visit as well as a wonderful place to work and live.
Lakeside Foods and our family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.
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