Warehouse Supervisor- Logistics

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!

We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.

SUMMARY:

Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of 5-25 hourly direct reports.

• Responsible for complying with customer service and quality standards.

• Study shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules.

• Oversee incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments.

• Determine space requirements and position of shipment in warehouses and trucks and lays out position of shipment.

• Determine routing and legal load limits of trucks, according to established schedules and weight limits of states.

• Inspect loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications, and seals loaded truck doors.

• Inspect material handling equipment for defects and notify maintenance personnel or contacts outside service facility for repair. Maintain vehicle maintenance report.

• Direct movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas.

• Compile records of unfilled orders. Post weight and shipping charges. Prepare bills of lading.

• Follow and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (G.M.P.'s) and company policies at all times; must be familiar with G.M.P. requirements and the employee handbook.

• Monitor errors and complaint trends and develop actions to correct incidents. Also identifies methods to proactively eliminate or prevent future recurrences.

• Responsible for maintaining attendance of start and end time and work as scheduled.

• Responsible for complying with all safety, health, and environmental regulations as prescribed by law and policies of the employer.

• Any foreign materials found in product or ingredients needs to be reported to a supervisor immediately.

• Responsible for reporting Safety incidents in a timely manner including but not limited to minor safety violations.

• Responsible for updating KPI reports in a timely manner and attend drumbeat/KPI meetings regularly.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. as needed.

• Ability to work in light to moderate noise levels; hearing protection may be required.

• Ability to stand for a prolonged period of time.

• Flexibility to work in excess of 40 hours per week.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in close proximity to others.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.

• Receptive to new ideas, concepts and procedures.

• Receptive and responsive to constructive criticism.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Good written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred, but not required.

• Computer skills - SAP experience preferred.

• Strong self-confidence and leadership.

• Basic mechanical skills. General knowledge of material handling equipment required.

• Basic Math skills.

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university preferred, or equivalent experience.

• Current Powered Industrial Truck license preferred.

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Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.