JDP is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor for a major food manufacturing company located near Sioux City Iowa!

Salary is $76k to 84k with a 10% bonus

Plenty of growth opportunities!

Responsibilities:

• Initiate and maintain safety and ergonomic programs to ensure a safe working environment and meet company goals for an injury-free workplace.
• Actively participate as a member of the Safety Committee.
• Set and achieve goals to reduce workplace injuries and related costs.
• Ensure employees are trained to safely operate material handling equipment and identify/correct safety hazards and ergonomic issues.
• Ensure all staff understand and comply with HACCP and SSOP protocols, CCPs, and the HACCP plan.
• Manage and direct material handling crews, adhering to transportation standards, timelines, and efficiencies.
• Communicate with the Shipping/Logistics Manager to address changes in shipping needs, schedule workloads, prioritize shipments, and ensure product integrity in the warehouse.
• Develop and facilitate training sessions to enhance the skills and education of group leaders.
• Manage business factors to achieve a targeted fill rate of 98.5% or better.
• Provide resolution and execute plans for addressing key shortage issues.
• Oversee material handling and placement of finished goods in the warehouse and freezer.
• Recognize employee efforts through formal programs to maintain motivation and engagement.
• Ensure adherence to operating procedures and update them as needed.
• Plan and coordinate work schedules, train and cross-train employees, and evaluate their performance.
• Foster a high standard of employee relations and continually seek improvements.
• Maintain or exceed goals for fill rate and operational efficiencies.
• Implement and adjust cost control programs to keep the company competitive.
• Oversee production employees, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
• Interview, hire, and train employees; assign and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems.

Qualifications:

• Proven leadership experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of safety programs and ergonomic best practices.
• Knowledge of HACCP, SSOP protocols, and transportation standards.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in managing and training teams, including cross-training for flexibility.
• Proven ability to manage fill rates, inventory control, and material handling processes effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to address key shortage and operational issues.
• Financial acumen, including experience with cost control and efficiency optimization.
• Ability to develop and execute formal recognition programs to enhance employee engagement.
• Familiarity with applicable labor laws and organizational policies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency