Job Description
Qualifications
Minimum of five years of experience in warehouse supervision required
Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures
Strong leadership, communication and people development skills
Ability to openly and effectively communicate with all associates/departments within the company
Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HACCP and other regulatory requirements
Ability to interpret financial and operational data
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training
Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
PUSH/PULL 2: OCCASIONALLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 3: OCCASIONALLY
3 (Climb/Balance: On/off pallet jack, stairs)
4 (Grasp Objects: Pens, telephone, computer mouse, paperwork, pallet jack controls, boxes)
6 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
Responsibilities
Achieve all safety, service, and cost targets in the warehouse
Lead with a safety mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate remains injury free, always
Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture in the warehouse
Oversee and develop Warehouse Managers through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example
Oversee and develop all warehouse associates by discussing performance with Warehouse Managers and creating plans to address gaps
Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that embodies US Foods values
Create a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directing workforce to ensure efficient workflow
Build high-performing teams by reviewing staffing requirements and monitoring the interviewing and hiring of warehouse personnel
Review performance, coach to achieve productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action
Develop production flow processes and identify process improvement and cost reduction strategies
Establish and maintain operational procedures for activities such as verifying incoming shipments, handling and disposition of product, warehouse inventory accuracy, and selecting and loading shipments
Identify and stop waste, and improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently
Approve operation plan for daily loads in conjunction with Warehouse Managers, and ensure that trucks are completed within timelines
Ensure that load plans meet weight restrictions and that special customer requests are consistently accommodated
Monitor operational data, including inventory losses, production goals and safety reports
Identify problems, determine causes and recommend changes to the VP of Operations to produce zero-error benchmark on accuracy and customer satisfaction
Monitor and ensure integrity of our products and ensure that food safety standards are met
Oversee the maintenance of the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment in compliance with OSHA requirements
In union facilities, assist HR and the VP Operations in interpreting the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, administering appropriate discipline, settling routine grievances and participating in arbitrations as required
Other duties assigned by manager
Direct: Warehouse Managers, union and/or non-union warehouse clerical staff (Operations Clerks, Warehouse Clerks, Will Call Clerks, Slotting Clerks, Truck Builders, etc.)
Indirect: Union and/or non-union warehouse on-floor associates (Loaders, Selectors, Receivers, Forklift drivers, etc.)
Internal: Warehouse leaders and coworkers; Transportation leaders; Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales)
The work takes place in normal warehouse environments as well as in cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
STAND: FREQUENTLY
WALK: FREQUENTLY
DRIVE VEHICLE 1: OCCASIONALLY
SIT: OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
STOOP/SQUAT: OCCASIONALLY
KNEEL: OCCASIONALLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: OCCASIONALLY
TWIST: OCCASIONALLY
GRASP OBJECTS 4: OCCASIONALLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 5: OCCASIONALLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 6: OCCASIONALLY
Job description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Achieve all safety, service, and cost targets in the warehouse. Lead with a safety mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate remains injury free, always. Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture in the warehouse.
• Oversee and develop Warehouse Managers through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example.
• Oversee and develop all warehouse associates by discussing performance with Warehouse Managers and creating plans to address gaps. Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that embodies US Foods values.
• Create a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directing workforce to ensure efficient workflow.
• Build high-performing teams by reviewing staffing requirements and monitoring the interviewing and hiring of warehouse personnel. Review performance, coach to achieve productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action.
• Develop production flow processes and identify process improvement and cost reduction strategies. Establish and maintain operational procedures for activities such as verifying incoming shipments, handling and disposition of product, warehouse inventory accuracy, and selecting and loading shipments.
• Identify and stop waste, and improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently.
• Approve operation plan for daily loads in conjunction with Warehouse Managers, and ensure that trucks are completed within timelines. Ensure that load plans meet weight restrictions and that special customer requests are consistently accommodated.
• Monitor operational data, including inventory losses, production goals and safety reports. Identify problems, determine causes and recommend changes to the VP of Operations to produce zero-error benchmark on accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor and ensure integrity of our products and ensure that food safety standards are met.
• Oversee the maintenance of the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment in compliance with OSHA requirements.
• In union facilities, assist HR and the VP Operations in interpreting the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, administering appropriate discipline, settling routine grievances and participating in arbitrations as required.
• Other duties assigned by manager.
SUPERVISION:
• Direct: Warehouse Managers, union and/or non-union warehouse clerical staff (Operations Clerks, Warehouse Clerks, Will Call Clerks, Slotting Clerks, Truck Builders, etc.)
• Indirect: Union and/or non-union warehouse on-floor associates (Loaders, Selectors, Receivers, Forklift drivers, etc.)
RELATIONSHIPS
• Internal: Warehouse leaders and coworkers; Transportation leaders; Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales)
• External: Vendors
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• The work takes place in normal warehouse environments as well as in cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Related Experience/Requirements:
• Minimum of five years of experience in warehouse supervision required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication and people development skills.
• Ability to openly and effectively communicate with all associates/departments within the company.
• Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HACCP and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control systems a plus.
Travel:
•10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training.
Education/Training:
• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Licenses/Certifications:
• HACCP certification a plus.
• PCQI certification a plus.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY:
STAND: FREQUENTLY
WALK: FREQUENTLY
DRIVE VEHICLE 1: OCCASIONALLY
SIT: OCCASIONALLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
PUSH/PULL 2: OCCASIONALLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 3: OCCASIONALLY
STOOP/SQUAT: OCCASIONALLY
KNEEL: OCCASIONALLY
BEND: OCCASIONALLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: OCCASIONALLY
TWIST: OCCASIONALLY
GRASP OBJECTS 4: OCCASIONALLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 5: OCCASIONALLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 6: OCCASIONALLY
1 (Drive Vehicle: Forklift, pallet jack)
2 (Push/Pull: Pallet jack controls, doors, product, pallets)
3 (Climb/Balance: On/off pallet jack, stairs)
4 (Grasp Objects: Pens, telephone, computer mouse, paperwork, pallet jack controls, boxes)
5 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
6 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
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Minimum of five years of experience in warehouse supervision required
Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures
Strong leadership, communication and people development skills
Ability to openly and effectively communicate with all associates/departments within the company
Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HACCP and other regulatory requirements
Ability to interpret financial and operational data
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training
Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
PUSH/PULL 2: OCCASIONALLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 3: OCCASIONALLY
3 (Climb/Balance: On/off pallet jack, stairs)
4 (Grasp Objects: Pens, telephone, computer mouse, paperwork, pallet jack controls, boxes)
6 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
Responsibilities
Achieve all safety, service, and cost targets in the warehouse
Lead with a safety mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate remains injury free, always
Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture in the warehouse
Oversee and develop Warehouse Managers through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example
Oversee and develop all warehouse associates by discussing performance with Warehouse Managers and creating plans to address gaps
Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that embodies US Foods values
Create a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directing workforce to ensure efficient workflow
Build high-performing teams by reviewing staffing requirements and monitoring the interviewing and hiring of warehouse personnel
Review performance, coach to achieve productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action
Develop production flow processes and identify process improvement and cost reduction strategies
Establish and maintain operational procedures for activities such as verifying incoming shipments, handling and disposition of product, warehouse inventory accuracy, and selecting and loading shipments
Identify and stop waste, and improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently
Approve operation plan for daily loads in conjunction with Warehouse Managers, and ensure that trucks are completed within timelines
Ensure that load plans meet weight restrictions and that special customer requests are consistently accommodated
Monitor operational data, including inventory losses, production goals and safety reports
Identify problems, determine causes and recommend changes to the VP of Operations to produce zero-error benchmark on accuracy and customer satisfaction
Monitor and ensure integrity of our products and ensure that food safety standards are met
Oversee the maintenance of the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment in compliance with OSHA requirements
In union facilities, assist HR and the VP Operations in interpreting the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, administering appropriate discipline, settling routine grievances and participating in arbitrations as required
Other duties assigned by manager
Direct: Warehouse Managers, union and/or non-union warehouse clerical staff (Operations Clerks, Warehouse Clerks, Will Call Clerks, Slotting Clerks, Truck Builders, etc.)
Indirect: Union and/or non-union warehouse on-floor associates (Loaders, Selectors, Receivers, Forklift drivers, etc.)
Internal: Warehouse leaders and coworkers; Transportation leaders; Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales)
The work takes place in normal warehouse environments as well as in cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
STAND: FREQUENTLY
WALK: FREQUENTLY
DRIVE VEHICLE 1: OCCASIONALLY
SIT: OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
STOOP/SQUAT: OCCASIONALLY
KNEEL: OCCASIONALLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: OCCASIONALLY
TWIST: OCCASIONALLY
GRASP OBJECTS 4: OCCASIONALLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 5: OCCASIONALLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 6: OCCASIONALLY
Job description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Achieve all safety, service, and cost targets in the warehouse. Lead with a safety mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate remains injury free, always. Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture in the warehouse.
• Oversee and develop Warehouse Managers through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example.
• Oversee and develop all warehouse associates by discussing performance with Warehouse Managers and creating plans to address gaps. Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that embodies US Foods values.
• Create a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directing workforce to ensure efficient workflow.
• Build high-performing teams by reviewing staffing requirements and monitoring the interviewing and hiring of warehouse personnel. Review performance, coach to achieve productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action.
• Develop production flow processes and identify process improvement and cost reduction strategies. Establish and maintain operational procedures for activities such as verifying incoming shipments, handling and disposition of product, warehouse inventory accuracy, and selecting and loading shipments.
• Identify and stop waste, and improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently.
• Approve operation plan for daily loads in conjunction with Warehouse Managers, and ensure that trucks are completed within timelines. Ensure that load plans meet weight restrictions and that special customer requests are consistently accommodated.
• Monitor operational data, including inventory losses, production goals and safety reports. Identify problems, determine causes and recommend changes to the VP of Operations to produce zero-error benchmark on accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor and ensure integrity of our products and ensure that food safety standards are met.
• Oversee the maintenance of the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment in compliance with OSHA requirements.
• In union facilities, assist HR and the VP Operations in interpreting the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, administering appropriate discipline, settling routine grievances and participating in arbitrations as required.
• Other duties assigned by manager.
SUPERVISION:
• Direct: Warehouse Managers, union and/or non-union warehouse clerical staff (Operations Clerks, Warehouse Clerks, Will Call Clerks, Slotting Clerks, Truck Builders, etc.)
• Indirect: Union and/or non-union warehouse on-floor associates (Loaders, Selectors, Receivers, Forklift drivers, etc.)
RELATIONSHIPS
• Internal: Warehouse leaders and coworkers; Transportation leaders; Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales)
• External: Vendors
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• The work takes place in normal warehouse environments as well as in cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Related Experience/Requirements:
• Minimum of five years of experience in warehouse supervision required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication and people development skills.
• Ability to openly and effectively communicate with all associates/departments within the company.
• Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HACCP and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control systems a plus.
Travel:
•10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training.
Education/Training:
• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Licenses/Certifications:
• HACCP certification a plus.
• PCQI certification a plus.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY:
STAND: FREQUENTLY
WALK: FREQUENTLY
DRIVE VEHICLE 1: OCCASIONALLY
SIT: OCCASIONALLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
PUSH/PULL 2: OCCASIONALLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 3: OCCASIONALLY
STOOP/SQUAT: OCCASIONALLY
KNEEL: OCCASIONALLY
BEND: OCCASIONALLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: OCCASIONALLY
TWIST: OCCASIONALLY
GRASP OBJECTS 4: OCCASIONALLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 5: OCCASIONALLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 6: OCCASIONALLY
1 (Drive Vehicle: Forklift, pallet jack)
2 (Push/Pull: Pallet jack controls, doors, product, pallets)
3 (Climb/Balance: On/off pallet jack, stairs)
4 (Grasp Objects: Pens, telephone, computer mouse, paperwork, pallet jack controls, boxes)
5 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
6 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Sr| Manager| Warehouse position is now open for candidates interested in the Warehouse / Logistics Jobs sector. This role in Halstad offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Warehouse / Logistics Jobs is a plus.
