Warehouse Manager

SUMMARY

Responsible for directing and coordinating activities of drivers and warehouse employees engaged in loading, unloading, storing, transferring, and distributing products and for maintenance of equipment, warehouse and yard spaces by performing the following duties:

RESPONSIBILTIES


Coordinates activities of truck drivers and warehouse employees after reviewing picking tickets, purchase orders or transfers to plan loading, shipping priorities and methods to used meet delivery schedules for customer orders

Communicates with sales, customer service, purchasing and production departments to review inventory on hand and customer orders to ensure availability of product

Establishes and/or follows operational procedures for verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of product, and control of warehouse inventories

Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments of purchase order to bill of lading prior to receipt

Responsible for maintaining tractors and trailers, forklifts and buildings or equipment at all area locations

Implements, maintains and supports all company policies and procedures including safety programs and DOT regulations and BIT inspections. This includes good housekeeping by keeping warehouse and yard areas neat, clean and well organized

Actively promotes adherence to corporate Quality, Sanitation, GMP standards to achieve a finished product within quality control specifications

Additional duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTIES


Directly supervises truck drivers and warehouse employees.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

COMPETENCIES


To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations

Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities

Leadership - Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth

Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability

Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time

Dependability - Follows policies and procedures; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Bilingual English/Spanish required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.


Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.


Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Inventory software; Order processing systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Requires current Forklift Certification or the ability to pass certification.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of basic production processes and inventory controls both internal and external is very helpful. Familiarity with DOT regulations, logistics and equipment required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at work during business hours and available whenever needed both at night and on the weekends during seasonal peaks. Attendance and/or availability is critical to managing areas of responsibility.

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear.


The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit and reach with hands and arms.


Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

Why Choose Us?
At Pratt Industries, we care about our employees by providing secure jobs, a safe work environment, and many supportive benefits. By investing in employees, we are able to offer growth opportunities to build a thriving, lifelong career.

Perks of Pratt?

Monthly Incentive Opportunities
Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
3 Months: 401(k) with match
6 Months: PAID vacation days
12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave