Warehouse Operations Supervisor Augusta

About the Role

The overall purpose of this position is to ensure timely and accurate receiving, picking, packing, inventory, sorting and loading of all products for next day delivery. This is a production-type, fast-paced operation that helps to provide the proper coaching, training, tools and communication for employees to meet or exceed departmental and individual goals. This position also manages labor budget and forecasting and continually identifies opportunities for process improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee day-to day warehouse activities (receiving, picking packing, loading, etc.)
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and records.  Oversee cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Supervise a team of employees in a work environment that is driven by accurate and timely customer order fulfillment.
• Play a strategic role in monitoring workflow, forecasting of labor and volume, and meeting or exceeding production and budget goals.
• Manage within deadlines, setting goals to achieve both department and company objectives.
• Monitor current processes for continuous improvement and reduce waste.
• Supervise and lead team by providing them with the proper tools and supplies to perform their jobs. Continuously evaluate their attendance, performance, setting and communicating goals and providing motivation and feedback when needed.
• This position supervises all employees of the department and is responsible for leadership, training, performance management and hiring of the employees within its department.
• Ensure safety policies and procedures are adhered to.  Conduct regular safety checks and address hazards.
• Communicate and collaborate with other members of the management team and/or different departments both verbally and written.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work Sunday – Thursday from 10:00am until finish; flexibility with schedule due to additional days/hours during peak periods is required.
• Must be able to work in a warehouse and cooler environment (approx. 34 degrees)
• This is a physical position that requires lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, walking and standing for extended periods of time.

What’s in it for you

The expected salary range for this position is listed above. Actual compensation will depend on skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

We also offer:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Short- and long-term disability benefits, life insurance and other supplemental benefit offerings

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid time off, sick time and paid holidays

What you’ll Bring

• At least 3 years previous warehouse experience with automated or manual processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to adapt to change in a positive manner and motivate employees through these changes.
• Must have past experience with Warehouse Management Systems. Strong knowledge of Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Prior knowledge/experience working with, or handling perishables is preferred.
• Prior experience operating forklift, power jack, order picker is preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.