Distribution Supervisor, Night Shift

Ventura Foods • Chambersburg, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Supervisor provides day-to-day supervision of night-shift distribution operations, including order picking and loading, inbound receiving and unloading, warehousing and storage, housekeeping and sanitation, safety, security, and quality assurance. The role manages drop-trailer yard accuracy and controls, including welcome-center check-in and check-out processes, and ensures compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). The supervisor leads department personnel to deliver accurate and complete shipping orders, efficient labor utilization, high quality, and customer satisfaction.

The position oversees receiving, storing, and shipping finished products; supports the Sales Coordinator with customer complaints originating in the department; and makes recommendations to improve stock layout and workflow. It coordinates safety activities and training, conducts monthly housekeeping and sanitation inspections, evaluates warehouse duties with the Manager, and recommends ways to increase productivity. The supervisor hires, trains, and appraises warehouse personnel; maintains compliance through regular meetings and adherence to procedures; oversees inventory audits, outbound order audits, shipment scheduling, shipping documentation, and shipping-office clerical staff; and investigates shipping errors and develops corrective actions.

The role is responsible for following applicable food safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including the current SQF code, GMPs, and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls. This is an onsite, salaried night-shift position with 12-hour shifts. Typical shifts are 8–12 hours per day, and additional unscheduled after-hours and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education.
• Five to ten years of progressive leadership experience in logistics, transportation, distribution, or supply chain operations, including direct people-management responsibilities.
• Proven experience in distribution, warehousing, and/or manufacturing environments.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computer systems, including Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and JDE.
• Hands-on working knowledge of distribution, warehousing, and transportation disciplines.
• Planning and organization skills, ability to foster cooperation and understanding with employees, and ability to multitask and prioritize.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of continuous improvement principles, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Professional certifications such as Six Sigma, Lean, Industrial Equipment Operations, or other relevant operational certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily receiving, storage, and shipping of finished products, including order picking and loading and inbound unloading.
• Support the Sales Coordinator in resolving customer complaints originating in the department.
• Use manpower, equipment, and facilities effectively to support distribution operations.
• Rearrange stock layouts to accommodate new products, consolidate existing products, and improve workflow.
• Coordinate, implement, teach, and participate in safety activities, and provide required safety training.
• Establish and maintain housekeeping and sanitation practices consistent with applicable regulations, and conduct monthly inspections.
• Assist the Manager in evaluating shipping, receiving, order-selecting, and clerical duties and recommend ways to reduce nonproductive effort and increase productivity.
• Select, hire, train, and appraise warehouse personnel, and ensure adherence to warehousing instructions and procedures through regular meetings covering safety, GMPs, and related topics.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through routine location audits, audit outbound orders beyond customer-specific requirements, investigate shipping errors, and develop corrective actions.
• Oversee inbound and outbound shipment scheduling, maintain logs, prepare necessary documents, and direct shipping-office clerical staff.
• Follow food safety policies, procedures, and regulatory criteria, including the current SQF code, GMPs, and FSMA and associated preventive controls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first day for eligible employees.
• Profit sharing and 401(k) matching after eligible criteria are met.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Training and a supportive manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree