Warehouse Supervisor

Supervises the daily operations of the team responsible for inventory, supply room administration and maintenance, receiving/storing/distributing supplies and materials, assisting purchasing, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) such as housekeeping and janitorial functions. Ensures that all safety, food safety, and inventory requirements are met for operating supplies and indirect materials, and GMP functions within the office. Responsible for maintaining and monitoring the supply functions and inventory flow for one or more location. Identifies and implements process optimizations to enhance efficiency and cost savings for the organization.


At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day.  We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.  


Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed.   At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today! 


Key Responsibilities 

• Supervises the day-to-day activities of the team. Provides guidance, coaching, and support to ensure successful completion of tasks. Supervisor is responsible for hiring, job performance, goal setting, team member development, time keeping, scheduling, etc. Enforces policies, and procedures.
• Oversees the planning, ordering, receiving, tracking/issuing, and distribution of supplies, ensuring alignment with production schedules and company requirements. Responsible for ensuring accurate system transactions for inventory flow in and out of the warehouse(s) and achieving all assigned metrics.
• Accountable for signing for receiving supplies that have a significant cost to the organization. Ensures orders are accurate, meet quality standards, and properly documented.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of warehouse needs to ensure adequate supplies for all production schedules. Uses discretion to resolve urgent supply shortages, which may include approving a higher expenditure for overnight delivery.
• Oversees the inventory levels of supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock and preventing shortages or overstock situation.
• Plays an instrumental role in controlling and resolving any issues with supplies, including the issue and return of supplies that do not meet specs. Responsible for tracking and ensuring restitution and reimbursements are received.
• Completes, reviews, and organizes relevant documentation to ensure readiness for audits. Oversees the issue and return of supplies.
• Implements changes in policy, process, and procedure as directed. Provides meaningful expertise and data-informed suggestions to leadership team for the creation of policy, procedure, and department goals.
• Ensures work is performed safely and in compliance with all regulations, contractual agreements, and company policies.
• Monitors & coaches vendor performance, including tracking quality metrics. Identifies cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe working environment, including office, restrooms, breakrooms, and all areas outside of production.
• Oversees inventory audits, investigations, and reconciliation of discrepancies. Provides coaching and accountability as needed.
• May be responsible for coordinating equipment availability for maintenance repair and utilization.

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience) 

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent 
• 4+ years of relevant experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role 
• 1+ years of leadership experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 


Butterball Core Competencies 


Caring about people, valuing contributions, and empowering to succeed is the Butterball Way. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to Butterball and seek to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Everyone has a seat at the table and is expected to embody our core competencies: 

• Safety First: We put safety first. The health, safety, and well-being of our people, products, and turkeys is everyone's responsibility and everyone's jobs. 
• Integrity: We trust each other to do the right thing. We act with integrity and gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, respect, and authenticity. 
• Stewardship: We take care of what matters. We are accountable to our commitments and take responsibility for the well-being of our teams, our quality, our customers, our business, our brand, and our communities. We are always answerable for our actions and those we lead. 
• Enthusiastic Attitudes: We create a climate where everyone feels they belong and can be engaged, every day. Where our people are enthusiastic and motivated to do their best and work together to make great things happen. 
• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuous improvement. We challenge ourselves and our company to constantly learn, develop, grow, improve, and innovate 

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  

• Good leadership skills with the ability to coach, support, and motivate a team
• Understanding of inventory management processes and practices
• Working knowledge of relevant technology such as SAP, Excel, Word, etc.
• Basic math skills
• Good communication, organization, time-management, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to guide multiple priorities simultaneously
• Adaptability and ability to shift priorities to meet the needs of the business
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to develop relationships internally and externally
• May require flexibility to rotate shifts for time off relief

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  

• College degree
• Experience in the food industry
• Experience in Manufacturing process
• SAP experience

Physical Demands  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to lift and carry small parcels, to walk short distances, and drive a vehicle. Must have the ability to work 40 days consecutively.

Working Conditions  

• Work will be performed in a variety of conditions including a climate-controlled office environment(s) and in a manufacturing plant environment with varying conditions, such as cold areas, wet areas, warm areas, chemicals, and other site conditions. This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment. 
• The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection. 

Disclaimer  


We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.  


This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.  


The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.  

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