Warehouse jobs refer to employment positions within industrial or commercial storage facilities where goods are kept before distribution. These roles typically involve inventory management, sorting, packing, loading, and unloading products. Workers in this sector may operate machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor belts. Key features of warehouse jobs include physical labor, attention to detail for tracking inventory, and a fast-paced environment to meet shipping deadlines. Safety is a critical aspect due to the manual handling and machinery use. Teamwork and coordination are also essential to efficiently manage the flow of goods.
Warehouse jobs pertain to employment in distribution centers or storage facilities where workers handle goods for storage, inventory, or shipment. Characteristics of these jobs typically include physical tasks such as lifting, packing, and sorting items, as well as operating machinery like forklifts. Attention to detail is crucial, and shifts may vary, often requiring workers to be flexible with hours, including potential night and weekend shifts. Safety is a high priority due to the physical nature of the work and the use of heavy equipment.
in a profitable and safe manner. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for development of Night Warehouse Supervisors through training on policy & procedures, education by assisting in problem resolution when required and leading by example. Creates a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directs workforce to insure efficient workflow.
Responsible for interview, hiring, review, discipline and termination process for night warehouse personnel. Develops operation plan for daily loads, communicates plan with supervisors and lead personnel and ensures that trucks are completed within timelines. Creates load plans for individual trucks to ensure weight
restrictions are met and special customer requests are accommodated. Monitors a variety of operational data, including inventory losses, production goals and safety reports.
Identifies problems, determines causes and recommends changes to the Director/VP of Operations to produce zero-error benchmark on accuracy and customer satisfaction. Oversee the maintenance of the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment in compliance with OSHA requirements. In Union facilities, assists in interpreting the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. SUPERVISION Night Warehouse Supervisors, Warehouse Clerks, Loaders, Selectors RELATIONSHIPS Internal: Warehouse workers, Supervisors
Night Warehouse, Director/VP of Operations, Managers of Transportation/Day Warehouse, Safety, and Human Resources External: QUALIFICATIONS Education/Training: High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
Related Experience: A minimum of five years experience in warehouse supervision required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Able to interpret financial and operational data; Basic computer skills; Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HAACP and other regulatory requirements; Strong leadership, communication and people development skills; broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures. Physical Requirements: JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1.
SIT Occasionally 2. STAND Frequent/Constant 3. WALK Frequently 4. DRIVE Occasionally item: Fork lift/pallet jack JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Occasionally 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Occasionally 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Never 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Never JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Occasionally 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Occasionally 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Never 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Never JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1. Push/pull Occasionally Item: Pallet Jack Control, Mouse, doors, product 2.
Climb/balance Occasionally Item: on/off pallet jack 3. Stoop/squat Occasionally 4. Kneel/bend Occasionally 5. Bend Occasionally 6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally 7. Grasp objects Occasionally Type: pens, telephone, mouse, paperwork, pallet jack controls, boxes 8. Manipulate objects Occasionally 9. Twisting OccasionallyEOE Race/Color/Religion/interaction/interactionual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status
