Warehouse Supervisor

Warehouse SupervisorJoin the Cold Chain That Feeds the World. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we're a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we're looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people's growth and well-being. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.Job DescriptionWhat You'll DoYou will supervise and coordinate warehouse operations for an assigned team on a shift basis, focusing on efficient receiving, warehousing, and shipping of customer products to meet service and cost objectives. You will ensure quality standards are maintained, oversee shift communication, and direct staff to achieve operational goals. Travel may be required.Essential FunctionsSupervise and coordinate unloading of inbound shipments, stacking of products, and picking and staging of outbound shipments to maintain quality standardsEnsure accuracy and condition of inbound and outbound shipmentsFacilitate cross communication between shifts and conduct shift meetingsOversee safe operation of materials handling equipment and maintain a clean and secure work areaEnsure staff compliance with safety policies, investigate and report safety incidents, and conduct operations in accordance with OSHA and MSDS standardsDirect work schedules, assign duties, and evaluate employee performance, including preparing records and reportsAddress personnel issues, assess training needs, and collaborate with staff and management to resolve work-related problemsOther essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.What Experience and Education You NeedMinimum 3 years of supervisory or warehouse experience required, or successful completion of Americold's internship program, or a bachelor's degreeHigh school diploma required; associate degree preferredForklift certification requiredProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, calculators, desktop computers, and photocopiersWhat Could Set You ApartAbility to perform or assist with complex or skilled warehouse tasksAbility to supervise employees effectivelyAbility to manage multiple tasks efficientlyEffective verbal and written communicationAbility to pay close attention to detailAbility to collaborate and resolve work-related problemsWillingness to mentor and support employee developmentExperience working in a union environment preferredPhysical RequirementsAble to work in spaces with 55 inches (1.4 meters) of headroom.Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures varying from 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius) to minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius), as well as outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).Able to climb ladders or step ladders.Able to tolerate heights up to 30 ft. (9 meters) and be able to access elevated products from inside safety cage.Able to wear personal protective equipment required for working at heights and in cold temperatures.Able to stand and/or walk continuously or frequently over an 8-10-12 hour shift. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material handling equipment.Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to operate equipment.Depending on specific role, must be able to lift boxes of varying weights up 80 lbs. (36 kg) and carry product a distance of up to 6 ft.(2 meters) without mechanical assistance.Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Able to hear and speak in order to comprehend, respond to, and provide instructions and safety warnings, as well as able to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines.Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V.