Warehouse Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Hajoca Corporation is one of the country’s largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of “Service, Integrity, Reliability,” and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers.  Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. However, we attribute our success to two simple truths; a unique business philosophy and talented people. Hajoca is all about the people, who give us our advantage, and who will guide us successfully into the future. 

Although Hajoca is a large company, we work in a decentralized environment where each of our locations, called Profit Centers (PCs), is run by the Profit Center Manager as if it were their own small business. A typical Profit Center is the heart of our business and consists of a warehouse, counter, sales office, and (sometimes) a showroom. Our PCs conduct business under unique trade names and offer a customized business approach, honoring what’s special about each local marketplace.

Gorman Company is one of those trade names and is looking for a Warehouse Supervisor at their Lakeland, FL location. 

Pay for Warehouse Supervisor is between $18 - $22 per hour at this location.

Do you thrive on providing an excellent customer experience? Are you safety conscious and service-oriented?  Do you like to lead others?  If so, we’d like you to join our Warehouse team as a Warehouse Supervisor .  

JOB OVERVIEW: The Warehouse Supervisor ensures that warehouse operations are conducted in a safe, secure, efficient, and cost-effective manner in compliance with company policy, OSHA, DOT, and other applicable regulations. The Warehouse Supervisor is the primary contact between Profit Center sales and operations personnel.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Correctly and efficiently pull and stage customer orders.

2. Supervise, schedule, and train warehouse and delivery staff to ensure safe and efficient operation of all warehouse functions.

3. Supervise proper routing, loading, and preparation of orders for shipment and delivery in accordance with customers’ instructions.

4. Ensure merchandise is received and stored in an efficient and economical manner and maintain records in compliance with company policy.

5. Review and maintain appropriate DOT records and physical examination certificates for drivers, ensure current training certification for forklift/material handling equipment operators.

6. Supervise and schedule the maintenance of all company delivery vehicles and material handling equipment in use in the warehouse.

7. maintain the safety of warehouse operations in compliance with the company’s Safety Standards, OSHA, and any other applicable regulations.

8. Maintain the security of warehouse and grounds to protect the Profit Center’s assets.

9. Resolve all delivery complaints and receiving disputes quickly and effectively.

10. Perform all job functions in accordance with the company’s Safety Standards.

11. Successfully complete required safety and compliance training programs as assigned.

12. Stock merchandise according to prescribed locations.

13. Process interbranch orders through UPS or other LTL carrier.

14. Order necessary warehouse materials when appropriate.

15. Load customer vehicles for orders when necessary.

16. Unload delivery trucks as needed.

17. Assemble products as necessary.

18. Make deliveries by truck as necessary.

19. Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. At least 21 years old.

3. Possess a proper and valid Florida driver’s license

4. 3+ years of warehouse receiving and material handling experience.

5. Have a driving record that meets the criteria for being an Authorized Driver in accordance with Company Policy.

6. Be able to pass a Department of Transportation physical examination before beginning work and at least every two years while employed and performing this job function.  

7. Knowledge of products sold at Profit Center preferred.

SKILLS:

1. Experience supervising staff or acting as a team lead.

2. Ability to safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment in use at the Profit Center.

3. Comprehensive knowledge of and able to apply and enforce OSHA, DOT, and other warehouse and material handling safety regulations.

4. Able to build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, vendors, and co-workers.

5. Able to remain calm and function effectively in stressful, unexpected, and/or emergency situations.

6. Able to quickly develop comprehensive knowledge of products sold at Profit Center.

7. Able toe learn and operate the computer related systems used for sales and warehouse operations.

8. Able to learn Microsoft Office Outlook to communicate by email.

9. Read, write, speak, and understand English.

10. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Sitting in chair.

2. Standing for continuous periods of time.

3. Walking considerable distances.

4. Lifting – moving materials up to 100 pounds.

5. Carrying – carrying materials up to 80 pounds.

6. Pushing – pushing materials weighing up to 200 pounds.

7. Strength Level – Active, demanding.

Movements required of this position: Hand and finger dexterity, climbing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, talking, hearing, and vision

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The physical environment requires the employee to work both outside and within warehouses with limited or no climate control.  In certain roles, Employees may be required to operate safety-sensitive vehicles and equipment (such as forklift trucks, mechanical lift gates, hand tools, manual material handling equipment, ladders, and rubber retention straps). The Profit Center may stock, sell, and use hazardous materials – PVC pipe cement, pool chemicals, torch gas, propane gas, solvents, etc. Based on your job responsibilities, and subject to applicable law, you may be required to handle these materials. 

The health and safety of employees is a top priority at Hajoca. Hajoca provides safety training and protective equipment in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and other federal, state, and local laws.  Employees are required to take proper health and safety precautions and follow all safety and health guidelines in accordance with Hajoca’s workplace policies and operating procedures, as well as federal, state, and local requirements

The benefits of working with us:

Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield.  In addition to a competitive starting wage, we offer a Profit-Sharing Program that provides each team member with an opportunity to earn a direct share of the profits on an annual basis.  In addition to our generous compensation package, Hajoca also offers:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and critical care coverage
• Life insurance and Long Term Disability
• Pre-tax accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter benefits
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (sick time also offered to PT team members as required by state law)
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Paid day of community service

Full-time and part-time benefits:

• 401(k)
• Retirement cash account with company contributions
• Targeted training programs focused on your personal and professional growth
• Company wellness program
• Employee discounts
• College tuition benefits

EEOC Statement

Hajoca Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled).  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category pursuant to federal, state or local laws and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any such categories/status. Hajoca is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including, but not limited to, during the application process.  Please let us know if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability. #ZR

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