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Warehouse Operations Supervisor

  • Internship
  • Aberdeen (Aberdeenshire)

Job description

The Warehouse Supervisor has general responsibility for coordinating and supervising all warehouse activities on a daily basis. Under the direction of the Operations Manager or Distribution Center Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for supervising the receiving, warehousing and shipping of product in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

Your Role

The Warehouse Supervisor has general responsibility for coordinating and supervising all warehouse activities on a daily basis. Under the direction of the Operations Manager or Distribution Center Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for supervising the receiving, warehousing and shipping of product in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

Your Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate unloading of inbound shipments, orderly receiving and stacking of product.
• Picking, packing and staging of outbound shipments in accordance with the highest possible levels of productivity.
• Verify required inbound/outbound paperwork with drivers, ensuring that all product is properly counted.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Ensure the efficient and safe operation of all material handling equipment.
• Ensure that the work schedules are correctly implemented and that jobs are assigned effectively and completed properly.
• Apply a 5 S concept to the work place, train staff in 5 S principles and then maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area - 
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse and ensure that all security procedures are in place and followed
• Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety and in accordance with OSHA an MSDS standards. Participate in developing, implementing and directing programs to ensure the safety of all personnel, equipment and property. Ensure a culture of safety throughout the organization by following K+N safety policies and procedures - monitor DC safety, physical security and operational metrics on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
• Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate fashion, including specific reporting and documentation that is required in order to continuously improve the operation
• Assure the integrity of the inventory through accurate process adherence and assist in conducting physical inventories
• Assist the Operations Manager and DCM in developing, implementing and maintaining a lean culture and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with the Operations Manager and DCM on productivity related topics as well as workforce planning
• Contribute significantly to maintaining a union free work environment by creating an employee-centered work place that demonstrates care and concern for all Associates.
• Organize/ hold / attend warehouse meetings on a daily basis
• Interact with Operations Manager and DCM to establish clear, ambitious, yet attainable goals and objectives in all business areas (operations, quality and service, QSHE, profitability, etc.)
• Work with the Operations Manager and DCM to implement and direct QHSE relevant aspects and make sure highest standards are maintained at all times
• Drive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) implementation and adherence on the shop floor
• Participate in and partly drive development and execution of associate training and development
• Ensure compliance with housekeeping and process standards (boxes, palletization etc)
• Able to work a flexible schedule and ability to be on-call at various times. Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• High value, high security warehousing and distribution environment.

Your Skills and Experiences

HS Grad/GED Required
   Some College Pref. but not Required
• Five years experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
•Inventory experience required.
• Prior WMS experience required.
• Manhattan Experience 

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