Warehouse Manager - Oberto Brands - Kent, WA

Created as of June 10, 2016

JOB TITLE

JOB CODE

JOB gRADE

WAREHOUSING MANAGER

CS919

reporting manager

DEPARTMENT

DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

OPERATIONS

FLSA STATUS

Type of POsition

approved by

EXEMPT

MANAGER

TOM FINLEY, DISTRIBUTION DIRECTOR

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibility for this position is to assure that all functions to support Warehouse and Manufacturing are done with complete accuracy, in the most cost effective manner to support of our internal and external customers.

primary responsibilities

Develop and maintain a productive staff, minimizing employee turnover and increasing efficiencies in all warehouse functions.

Insure a safe work environment by maintaining a clean and organized warehouse and making sure that all employees are aware of the safety rules and their surroundings.

Manage all inbound and outbound warehouse functions, to both internal and external customers, insuring complete accuracy, efficient productivity.

Insure the best possible cost effectiveness within the warehouse operation, by managing all expenditures for necessity, correctness, and competitiveness.

Manage productivity tracking, thereby enabling the professional management of the warehouse staff and the ongoing development of that staff.

Insure that daily cycle counts are completed and reconciled so that our accuracy is at 99.75% or better at each inventory.

Ensure that machine operators are properly trained and certified and operate and maintain the equipment in a safe manner and cost effective manner

Manage the security of the Warehouse facility.

Conduct on time and thorough employee reviews.

Manage the continual development of the Warehouse staff, including Leads to oversee the daily warehouse activities in a safe, productive, and cost efficient manner.

Insure that HACCP and SQF procedures are followed daily and all documentation is submitted on a daily basis.

Manage warehouse labor and overtime to maximize cost effectiveness and budget figures

Maintain the warehouse by insisting on neatness, cleanliness and organization

Insure the efficient management and handling of product to minimize damage and maximize warehouse efficiency

Maintain accountability to Oberto Brands Food Safety and Quality Principles.

Manage the Private Fleet drivers and equipment to ensure meeting DOT regulations and maximizing driver productivity

Informs Management of any food safety or quality issues or of any processes which have become non-compliant with specified requirements.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Back Up: The Warehouse Manager is the back up to the Distribution Manager.

Back Up: The Warehouse Manager is the back up to the Distribution Lead.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Operations Management, Logisitics or related field preferred.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Six Sigma or Lean Certification Preferred

EXPERIENCE

5+ years experience in warehouse management in a manufacturing setting preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE

Must have working knowledge of Food Safety and Regulatory business standards, practices, policies, procedures and state and federal laws and regulations including but not limited to HACCP, GMP’s, SSOP’s, OSHA and Labor Laws.

Microsoft Office computer software applications at a medium to expert user level.

Knowledge and experience in Distribution/Warehousing Management

Knowledge of transportation and logistics managament.

SKILLS & aBILITIES

Comprehensive business management skills with financial and analytical abilities.

Results orientation – continually expresses a predominant concern for doing things better than some established standard of excellence, and seeks to accomplish critical task with measurable results.

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels in the organization.

Accepts accountability.

Ability to handle stress.

Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels including.

Computer skills (MS Project, Excel; Word; PowerPoint, Outlook).

Ability to analyze and interpret data and develop action plans based on results.

Detail oriented and follow-through.

Ability to use discrection and judgment in decision making.

Able to foster an environement of teamwork and diversity.

Well organized: able to set priorities/goals and maintain focus and follow through on multiple tasks simultaneously.

Ability to plan and manage projects so as to effectively complete and execute new programs as required.

Ability to train, coach, mentor and support.

Ability to use discrection and judgment in decision making.

Ability to analyze and interpret data and develop action plans based on results

Suitable experience with warehouse and inventory performance measurement terminology.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENT DEMANDS

Physical Demands

Never

Occasionally

11-33% or

1-3 hours/day

Frequently

34-66% or

3-6 hours/day

Constantly

67-100% or

7-8 hours/day

Sit

Stand / Walk

Keyboard (use a computer)

Twist

Bend / Stoop

Squat / Kneel

Crawl

Climb (ladder/stairs)

Reach above shoulder level

Handle objects (manual dexterity)

Lift / Push / Carry (10 lbs)

Lift / Push / Carry (25 lbs)

Lift / Push / Carry (50 lbs)

Special vision requirements (e.g., close, distance, color, peripheral, depth)

Other:
Mental Demands

Never

Occasionally

11-33% or

1-3 hours/day

Frequently

34-66% or

3-6 hours/day

Constantly

67-100% or

7-8 hours/day

Read/Comprehend

Write

Perform calculations

Communicate orally

Reason and Analyze

Other:
Environmental Demands

Never

Occasionally

11-33% or

1-3 hours/day

Frequently

34-66% or

3-6 hours/day

Constantly

67-100% or

7-8 hours/day

Is exposed to excessive noise

Is exposed to wet or humid conditions

Work in high, precarious places

Risk of electrical shock

Is around moving machinery

Is exposed to marked changes in temperature

Is exposed to dust, fumes, gases, radiation, microwave

Drives motorized equipment

Works in confined quarters

Other:
Conditions/Disclaimers

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. Only the President / CEO has the authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified length of time or that is contrary to the policy of at-will employment, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants and that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the President / CEO of the company. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by any employees other than the CEO are null and void. Additionally, nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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