Warehouse Supervisor

Supervisor

Do you want to be a part of a dedicated team of leaders? Do you want to work for a company that helps make a difference in the lives of our communities? We are now hiring Supervisors at UNFI in West Sacramento, CA. Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better-for-you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

Responsible for supervising the shipping/receiving functions of all outgoing/incoming products from the warehouse. Leads and controls activities of company warehouse personnel. Front line supervision is an extremely important function for the company, positive interaction with the employees is critical as this ensures getting work out on time, efficiently, and accurately. Ensures shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution are performed in an efficient manner. Takes precautions to protect warehouse contents against loss. Retains and reviews warehouse documents and reports. Conducts Warehouse operations in accordance with established procedures and policies and keeps management informed of Warehouse activities. Completes miscellaneous support functions and supports area personnel as required.

Here is some of what you will do:

• Provides direction and proper motivation to leads and line employees to ensure the daily workload is completed in an efficient and cost-effective manner
• Maintains a positive presence on the floor throughout the shift
• Supervises all warehouse functions
• Completes appropriate paperwork and reports as required
• Provides new hire and follow-up training for all employees
• Performs job evaluations and communicates results to employees
• Evaluates work performance of personnel regarding promotions, absenteeism, commendations and disciplinary action
• Communicates with other members of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment. Be knowledgeable of all emergency procedures and regulations regarding fire and other potential emergencies
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location

Professionals with the following:

• Strong general knowledge of all warehousing operations, with prior work experience to include a lead person or supervisory duties, preferably with the Company
• Possess good supervisory skills and the ability to work with and through others to achieve desired results
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to read and interpret computerized reports
• You will have an analytical ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion of work activities
• Possess the ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions throughout your day
• Basic computer skills required. Microsoft word, excel, and outlook experience preferred
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.