Supervisor, Warehouse

Primary Responsibility :Responsible for coordinating and supervising all warehouse activities of an assigned work team on a shift basis by directing assigned Associates in the receiving, warehousing, and shipping of customer product in a manner consistent with service and cost objectives.What You'll Do :oSupervise and coordinate the most efficient unloading of inbound shipments, orderly stacking of product, and the picking and staging of outbound shipments in accordance with the highest possible levels of quality.oEnsure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.oResponsible for the cross communication between shifts.oEnsure the efficient and safe operation of all materials handling equipment.oMaintain a clean; neat, and orderly work area; ensure all security policies and procedures are followed.oEnsure Associates follow all safety policies and procedures. Thoroughly investigate and report all safety accidents and violations in a timely manner. Conduct operations in accordance with OSHA and MSDS Standards.oEnsure proper food safety practices are maintained.oDirect the operations of the assigned work team to achieve prescribed objectives.oConduct shift meetings.oFollow all policies and procedures.oPlan work schedules and assign duties to maintain adequate staff for effective performance of activities and response to fluctuating workloads.oPrepare and maintain work records and reports of information such as employee time and wages, daily receipts, or inspection results.oCollaborate with workers and managers to solve work-related problems.oEvaluate employee performance and prepare performance appraisals.oConduct staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics, such as safety.oCounsel employees in work-related activities, personal growth, or career development.oRecommend or initiate personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, or disciplinary measures.oAssess training needs of staff and arrange for or provide appropriate instruction.oResolve personnel problems, complaints, or formal grievances when possible, or refer them to higher-level supervisors for resolution.oOther duties as requested.What Experience and Education You Need :oHS Diploma, Associates Degree Preferredo3+ years supervisory or warehouse experience; or successful completion of Americold's internship program; or a bachelor's degree.oMaintain forklift certification.What Could Set You Apart :oAbility to perform the same work duties as those supervised or performs more difficult or skilled tasks or assist in their performance.oAbility to supervise employees.oAbility to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.oAbility to communicate effectively with variety of individualsoAbility to pay close attention to detail.oStrong interpersonal skills and judgment in communicating with staff.oMust be able to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: they must get along with co-workers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to criticism from a manager.oWillingness to develop a mentoring relationship in order to contribute experience, skills, and wisdom to subordinate employees for their development.oReceptive to management development suggestions and willing to seek additional knowledge to facilitate job growth.oExcellent written and oral communication skills.oProven ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.oMust have very strong customer service orientation with high sense of urgency in meeting objectives and deadlines.oMay require experience working in a union environment.oTools and Technology Required: Microsoft Office Suite, Calculators, Desktop computers and PhotocopiersPhysical Requirements :To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements needed to perform them. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.oRequires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptionsoRequires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, bending, or carrying light loadsoRequires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office workoTalking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasksoOccasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 50 poundsoWorking environment is usually in a frozen food and office setting, with occasional need to leave the premisesoOccasionally works overtime, evenings, or weekends in order to complete work or to attend meetingsoTravel may be requiredWork Environment :The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.What We Offer :Our associates know the answer to the question What's in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.ABOUT USAmericold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.