Supervisor, Warehouse

" If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Supervisor, Warehouse Full Time North Brunswick Township, NJ, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 1513 Salary Range: $25.00 To $27.00 Hourly Job Description Date 03/2018 Location 1300 Airport Road, North Brunswick NJ Title Supervisor, Warehouse Department Warehouse Reports to Manager, Warehouse FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt) Non-Exempt Role Overview This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing all activities of those employees on the warehouse floor. In addition, the Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for supervising warehouse specialists, order pickers and forklift operators. The Warehouse Supervisor will support the Receiving Clerk in managing the daily freight schedule based on customer and inventory needs. Safety, sanitation, housekeeping, GMP standards, problem solving ability as well as good employee relations are considered key elements to success. They will need to coordinate and partner with other departments to maintain schedules and effect necessary changes and revisions. Areas of Responsibility Warehouse Ensures that timelines are met by distributing workload in accordance with changing priorities. Ensures operation of equipment by coordinating, preventative maintenance, repairs; and evaluating new equipment and techniques Evaluates/solves production problems by reviewing the area of concern, developing potential solutions, technically evaluating, or testing the solutions, and preparing recommendations for management. Maintain a work environment which fosters teamwork and supports the company’s efforts to continuously improve processes. Prepares production reports and variance explanations, and accurately complies and files, Inventories, and order production supplies Interacts with multiple functions and shifts within the operation Quality Participate in any investigation for a deviation involving a batch record. Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per cGMP’s and company policies. Follow batch records, SOP’s, and cGMP guidelines to ensure product specifications and tolerances are met. Ensures full compliance with Company policies, procedures, GMP’s, Ethical Business Practice, and SOPs at all times. Ensures documentation such as operation logs, batch records, etc. are fully completed, signed and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. Complete necessary Activity Reports for management. Monitor the flow of paperwork from Receiving to Inventory Control Specialist for timely data entry. Resolve discrepancies with shipping, invoices, packing slips, and receiver reports. Ensure products are staged for counting and inspection. Ensure products are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures. Oversee the rotation of inventories within the warehouse. People Foster a collaborative environment in which diverse backgrounds are respected and valued. Establish and maintain effective relationship with your peers, team, and senior managers in order to communicate effectively. Provides clear direction & expectations for direct reports and assures that tasks & responsibilities are clear. Sets goals and objectives in alignment with the organization for self and direct reports: Creates action plans, sets milestones, and delivers progress reports and developmental plans for team members. Develop employees that contribute to the daily success of the line and can be successful in the supervisor’s absence. Maintains open lines of communication with employees, peers, and management. Assumes responsibility for the efficient, timely, and accurate completion of warehouse functions Learns and understands specific manufacturing operations sufficiently and is able to provide support in other areas as needed. Evaluates performance of employees and creating corrective action plans where appropriate. Assists with personnel decisions including hiring, terminations, attendance management, wage decisions, transfers, & promotions. Interpret and explain the policies of the USPL Handbook so employees can understand the application of each policy as well as management’s purpose for each policy. Apply all company policies fairly and consistently across departments and develop a relationship of trust and transparency with their employees. Identify strengths and weaknesses of all associates on their team to ensure optimal performance; knows which employees they can assign additional tasks to and which need closer scrutiny. Other Responsibilities Including Safety Works in a safe and responsible manner to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace. Complies with all job-related safety and other training requirements. Responsible for ensuring each employee works in a safe and responsible manner in order to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace. Complies with all job-related safety and other training requirements. Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems. Responsible for maintenance of warehouse equipment, providing both preventive maintenance programs and communicating all necessary repairs to Director of Facilities. Ensure that the warehouse personnel have safe, efficient equipment in order to perform the distribution functions Responsible for warehouse safety programs in order to provide a safe and clean workplace for employees and within the regulations of all OSHA local and state regulations. Ensure all associates are trained and following all standard operating procedures. Other duties as assigned Requirements Education & Qualification High school graduate or GED equivalent; BA degree preferred 7+ years Supervisory experience Minimum of four (4) years of work experience in nutritionals, supplements, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing industries; 2+ years in distribution/warehousing Certifications, Licenses, Credentials (none listed) Skills & Ability Demonstrates ability to work in a team and assist others. Able to follow written instructions precisely and perform basic math calculations as required. Understands and is knowledgeable of cGMP, OSHA standards, etc. Mechanically inclined to understand the inner workings of the equipment. Demonstrates the ability to read and write basic English to be able to understand the industry-regulated instruction sheets. Must have attention to detail. Physical Requirements (lifting, etc.) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds. Must stand and walk on the production floor for a minimum of 6 hours per shift Uses hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, lifting to waist height and/or above shoulder height, frequent bending from the waist, or squatting, walking short distances. Occasionally works from a rolling ladder or step stool, must be to lean over equipment as well as kneeling on the floor to clean under the equipment. Must be able to wear all PPE including a lab coat, face mask, booties, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, and respirators. Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, temperature extremes, etc.) Work is regularly performed inside a manufacturing environment where temperatures can be moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate.Employees can be exposed daily to chemicals and cleaning agents. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. USPL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. Benefits And Compensation Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of USPL. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan. Employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, sick time, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 10 days of vacation the first year, which grows to 12 days starting the second year of employment. " #J-18808-Ljbffr