Warehouse Supervisor

Position Description Reporting to the Department Manager, the Supervisor Warehouse is responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving of product. The Warehouse Supervisor ensures that the customer’s needs are met through timely and efficient movement of products and materials in a fast‑paced distribution environment. Essential Job Functions Adhere to and ensure compliance to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and required personal protective equipment (PPE). Adhere to and ensure compliance to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF) standards. Leads and directs the work of other employees and has some authority for personnel decisions related to hiring, performance, or disciplinary actions. Establish priorities and directs loading workforce to satisfy customer demands. Plan and execute logistic needs with trucking firms to ensure timely pick‑up and delivery of shipments while minimizing freight cost. Implements and enforces processes aimed at creating maximum inventory consistency and accuracy. Reviews and resolves operational problems to minimize cost and prevent operational delays. Manages the assigned business metrics/budgets including yield, labor efficiency, and overhead expenses. Demonstrates leadership to warehouse employees to ensure consistent quality of work. Maintains effective communication of expectations and goals throughout the Warehouse environment. Ensures compliance to all OHSA and environmental regulatory and corporate standards, investigating and identifying root causes of any non‑compliance. Accountable for a safe working environment through strategy focused on accident reduction as well as energy and waste minimization. Oversees effective deployment of human resources throughout the department and ensures the correct administration of the collective Bargaining Agreement, when applicable. Be a certified forklift trainer. Back up to Department Manager responsibilities. Represents the company in a positive manner at all times. Required Skills Capability to read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location. Able to work under deadline pressures. Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written. Must demonstrate the basic operation of powered industrial trucks. Must be forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer. Problem‑solving skills: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues. Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics. Proficient in SAP, Excel, Word, and Power Point. Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production. Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment. Proven leadership and ability to develop employees. Education and Experience Minimum: High School Certification or equivalent (GED); undergraduate degree in a related field is preferred. 5+ years of work experience in a manufacturing environment; food/beverage manufacturing experience preferred. Working Conditions Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight, and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed. Work Environment: Operating in a fast‑paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise level requires hearing protection, and temperatures can get very hot or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised. Travel Requirements Rarely. Physical Requirements Visual/Sensory – Requires regular moderate attention with one or two senses at a time. Coordination and Dexterity – Excellent hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment. Mental Stress – Pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy and similar demands. Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Benefits Competitive pay range: $68,000 - $92,000, plus eligibility for performance based bonuses. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance Short‑term disability and long‑term disability Pet Insurance Legal Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match 12 Paid Holidays Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Well‑Being Benefit Discount and Total Reward Programs Refresco Beverages US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr