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Warehouse Supervisor - 1st Shift

Warehouse Supervisor - 1st Shift

 

Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

 

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

 

We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

 

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

 

 

Position Summary
The Warehouse Supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the warehouse. This role involves supervising and coordinating the activities of warehouse workers to ensure efficient and smooth operations.
 

Responsibilities

  • Assists in plan layout of warehouse and other storage areas, considering turnover, size, weight and related factors of items stored.
  • Advises employees on care and preservation of items received, stored and shipped; methods and use of equipment in handling, storing, maintaining and shipping stock; and related problems.
  • Reviews inventory records and recommends remedial actions for reported non-usable, slow-moving and excess stock.
  • Reviews various warehouse records to ensure accuracy of information and compliance with established procedures.
  • Traces history of items to determine reasons for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records and recommends remedial actions to resolve discrepancies.
  • Implements work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflow.
  • Facilities department training programs.
  • Supervises the department function and processes.
  • Supervises department for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives.
  • Oversees the work activities and professional training and development of 20 to 30 direct reports.
  • Works with Coordinator to attain goals, carry out strategies, plans, and policies to increase profitability and success of the Company.
  • Implements and enforces policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation.
  • Assists in developing and carrying out department’s goals, objectives, and systems.
  • Conducts interviews, appraisal performances, on boarding, and disciplinary meetings including terminations.
  • Approves payroll and amends Source Time errors for hourly employees.
  • Fills out appropriate paperwork, i.e. hiring, termination, replacement, performance evaluations, accident reports, vacation requests, and counseling forms.
  • Monitors employee’s adherence to company rules and policies and takes necessary corrective action if needed.
  • Assists in reviewing and maintaining crewing levels and optimizing to meet or surpass NPF cost targets.
  • Suggests ways to control labor and supply costs as well as improve processes.
  • Ensures that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality, safety and compliance with all appropriate legal and food safety requirements and a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Follows all company policies & procedures as well as the GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices).
  • Maintains a high level of safety awareness for an accident-free work place.
  • Reports any unsafe or hazardous work conditions or safety-related issues to Management.
  • Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested. 


Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Logistics or other related field preferred.
  • Three (3) years Logistics experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Fork lift certification required within 30 days of employment.


Skills and Experience

  • Previous experience in a food facility preferred.
  • Ability to establish trust and credibility with employees.
  • Ability to influence and promote change on all levels of the organization.
  • Sound technical skills, logical ability, and strong problem analysis and resolutions skills with a strong operational focus. 
  • Ability to demonstrate discretion and business ethics.
  • Ability to gather and analyze all types of data, identify the appropriate relationships between the different data anticipate business directions and recommend fact based decisions.
  • Prioritize and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously with aggressive deadlines.
  • Good interpersonal, as well as strong written and oral communications skills.
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of diverse individuals within the plant and corporate environments.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
  • Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment.

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It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

 

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.  In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.  Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

 

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer* seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467

 

*Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programs

 

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

 

 

Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

 

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

 

We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

 

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

 

 

Position Summary
The Warehouse Supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the warehouse. This role involves supervising and coordinating the activities of warehouse workers to ensure efficient and smooth operations.
 

Responsibilities

  • Assists in plan layout of warehouse and other storage areas, considering turnover, size, weight and related factors of items stored.
  • Advises employees on care and preservation of items received, stored and shipped; methods and use of equipment in handling, storing, maintaining and shipping stock; and related problems.
  • Reviews inventory records and recommends remedial actions for reported non-usable, slow-moving and excess stock.
  • Reviews various warehouse records to ensure accuracy of information and compliance with established procedures.
  • Traces history of items to determine reasons for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records and recommends remedial actions to resolve discrepancies.
  • Implements work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflow.
  • Facilities department training programs.
  • Supervises the department function and processes.
  • Supervises department for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives.
  • Oversees the work activities and professional training and development of 20 to 30 direct reports.
  • Works with Coordinator to attain goals, carry out strategies, plans, and policies to increase profitability and success of the Company.
  • Implements and enforces policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation.
  • Assists in developing and carrying out department’s goals, objectives, and systems.
  • Conducts interviews, appraisal performances, on boarding, and disciplinary meetings including terminations.
  • Approves payroll and amends Source Time errors for hourly employees.
  • Fills out appropriate paperwork, i.e. hiring, termination, replacement, performance evaluations, accident reports, vacation requests, and counseling forms.
  • Monitors employee’s adherence to company rules and policies and takes necessary corrective action if needed.
  • Assists in reviewing and maintaining crewing levels and optimizing to meet or surpass NPF cost targets.
  • Suggests ways to control labor and supply costs as well as improve processes.
  • Ensures that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality, safety and compliance with all appropriate legal and food safety requirements and a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Follows all company policies & procedures as well as the GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices).
  • Maintains a high level of safety awareness for an accident-free work place.
  • Reports any unsafe or hazardous work conditions or safety-related issues to Management.
  • Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested. 


Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Logistics or other related field preferred.
  • Three (3) years Logistics experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Fork lift certification required within 30 days of employment.


Skills and Experience

  • Previous experience in a food facility preferred.
  • Ability to establish trust and credibility with employees.
  • Ability to influence and promote change on all levels of the organization.
  • Sound technical skills, logical ability, and strong problem analysis and resolutions skills with a strong operational focus. 
  • Ability to demonstrate discretion and business ethics.
  • Ability to gather and analyze all types of data, identify the appropriate relationships between the different data anticipate business directions and recommend fact based decisions.
  • Prioritize and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously with aggressive deadlines.
  • Good interpersonal, as well as strong written and oral communications skills.
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of diverse individuals within the plant and corporate environments.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
  • Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment.

294989 

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

 

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.  In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.  Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

 

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer* seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467

 

*Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programs

 

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

 

Schaumburg, IL, US, 60173

Schaumburg, IL, US, 60173


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