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


* Supervise 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.


* Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.


* Responsible for the cross communication between shifts.


* Ensure the efficient and safe operation of all materials handling equipment.


* Maintain a clean; neat, and orderly work area; ensure all security policies and procedures are followed.


* Ensure 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.


* Ensure proper food safety practices are maintained.


* Direct the operations of the assigned work team to achieve prescribed objectives.


* Conduct shift meetings.


* Follow all policies and procedures.


* Plan work schedules and assign duties to maintain adequate staff for effective performance of activities and response to fluctuating workloads.


* Prepare and maintain work records and reports of information such as employee time and wages, daily receipts, or inspection results.


* Collaborate with workers and managers to solve work-related problems.


* Evaluate employee performance and prepare performance appraisals.


* Conduct staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics, such as safety.


* Counsel employees in work-related activities, personal growth, or career development.


* Recommend or initiate personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, or disciplinary measures.


* Assess training needs of staff and arrange for or provide appropriate instruction.


* Resolve personnel problems, complaints, or formal grievances when possible, or refer them to higher-level supervisors for resolution.


* Other duties as requested.

What Experience and Education You Need


* HS Diploma, Associates Degree Preferred


* 3+ years supervisory or warehouse experience; or successful completion of Americold's internship program; or a bachelor's degree.


* Maintain forklift certification.

What Could Set You Apart


* Ability to perform the same work duties as those supervised or performs more difficult or skilled tasks or assist in their performance.


* Ability to supervise employees.


* Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.


* Ability to communicate effectively with variety of individuals


* Ability to pay close attention to detail.


* Strong interp...