Warehouse Supervisor

Warehouse Supervisor

King County Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor. The responsibilities of this position include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the warehousing/distribution facility, supervising staff and planning, organizing, scheduling and coordinating the daily activities of staff. This is a first-line supervisor for a warehouse crew who, under limited direction, supervises the ordering, stocking, warehouse, inventory management and delivery of bulk supplies and assets to/from other department sites. The incumbent also oversees all warehousing and product sales deliveries to/from sites.

The Building Operations Section (BOS) of FMD maintains approximately 3 million square feet in facilities where King County provides regional services, including the King County Courthouse, District Courts, Maleng Regional Justice Center, King County Administration Building, King County Animal Shelter, and several Public Health facilities. Our facilities range in age from 8 to 100 years, with equipment such as boilers, chillers, DDC controls, ventilation fans, pumps and compressors, and fire/life/safety systems.

King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all in our workplaces and our communities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate skill and/or ability to:

• Plan, organize, schedule, coordinate, provide policy direction and troubleshoot daily activities of Distribution Center/Warehouse staff.
• Monitor and prepare assignments for staff; approve schedules, leaves and vacations; resolve staffing issues; provide guidance and coaching to staff.
• Develop and implement work site policies and procedures.
• Ensure smooth flow of warehouse/distribution operations, in compliance with County and department guidelines; maintain and record inventories per agreed upon frequency.
• Supervise the processing of interoffice package deliveries, including movement of materials to sites.
• Foster vendor relationships.
• Monitor and process all orders/purchases and blanket contracts; consult with County procurement specialists on purchases and contracts.
• Produce inventory reports for BOS Section and FMD Finance & Leadership.
• Manage department warehouse, including coordinating warehousing, inventories and bulk supplies and operating forms; supervise storage and handling of materials, ensuring staff compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor unit budget and expenditures.
• May monitor staff delivery routes involving a County-wide coverage area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualified candidates will have at minimum:

• Previous warehouse management experience, including knowledge of warehousing and delivery operations.
• Previous experience in shipping and receiving, including knowledge of applicable inventory system(s) and ability to use database and spreadsheet applications to produce required reports and findings.
• Previous lead/supervisor experience, including team building, coaching and counseling employees to achieve performance objectives and planning, directing and coordinating subordinates' activities, and taking immediate corrective action and/or recommending disciplinary procedures.
• Able to demonstrate experience in accurate inventory management
• Safe operation in forklift driving (certification required)
• Data entry / computer skills including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic math skills
• Organizational skills
• Basic accounting principles and record keeping
• Effective communication skills
• Project and time management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of building operations and requisite equipment / supplies required by trades.

Desirable qualifications:

• Knowledge of public sector practices and operations, including planning, scheduling, problem-solving and public accountability
• Knowledge of public sector accounting, inventory, and asset tracking systems such as Oracle and Maximo.

Important information:

• This exciting opportunity is open to all qualified applicants. An updated and thoroughly completed King County application and answers to the supplemental questions are required.
• Final appointment is contingent upon: successfully passing a thorough fingerprint based federal and county background investigation, reference checks, and a pre-employment physical exam. Successful candidates must also have a valid WA State driver's license. A 5-year driver's abstract will also be required. Safe operation in forklift driving (certification required). Ability to lift 35-75 lbs. regularly.
• The work location will be at the South Park Warehouse - 7272 W. Marginal Way South.
• This position is hourly and overtime eligible. The hours are 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m., Monday Friday. The schedule is subject to change based on business and/or operational needs.
• This position is represented by International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 117, Joint Units Agreement.
• This position is designated as First Responder, which means that you have a role in emergency response and are responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, environment, and/or the restoration of order.
• For questions or additional information, please contact Sarah McCauley at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

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