GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE:
This position is responsible for the supervision of a shift in a designated area of a major cooler under direct supervision of a Shipping Manager or Receiving Manager. This is a 3rd shift position and it requires seasonal relocation to Huron and Yuma.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
- Set work schedules to meet needs of business and control use of overtime
- Ensure correct procedures are followed for product receiving, cooling, handling, and shipping
- Share responsibility for Cooler safety, training, operational, and financial performance and compliance.
- Share responsibility for Cooler inventory control and product rotation
- Willing to travel and adjust work schedule when necessary.
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills
SKILLS:
- Strong warehouse and management skills; ability to work in a very fast-paced, high-pressure environment; computer skills using a variety of software programs. Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate, direct work force, and prioritize work. Knowledge of shipping and receiving processes, food safety, and GMPs.
- Must have the ability to make decisions, maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow posted work rules/procedures and accept constructive criticism.
- Previous produce industry experience preferred.
- Experience in Inventory control, Employee scheduling, Employee Training, Process Auditing, Warehouse SOP, Process Controls, Best Practices and Order management systems highly desirable.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to maneuver around an array of equipment, bend, stoop, climb stairs, work in a cold environment some of the time
- Must have the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. Will have some exposure to fumes and airborne particles. Some time will be spent in a refrigerated (cold) and loud (ear protection required) work environment
Required Experience
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
- 3 years’ experience with fresh produce or food industry. Prior supervisory experience preferred.
- H.S. Diploma or equivalent. AA or BS preferred.
EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.