Distribution Supervisor, Night Shift

Ventura Foods • Chambersburg, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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

The position supports receiving, storing, and shipping finished products; coordinates with the Sales Coordinator on customer complaints originating in the department; and helps optimize manpower, equipment, facilities, and stock layout. It also supports safety training and programs, sanitation inspections, workforce hiring and development, inventory accuracy, shipment scheduling, shipping documentation, and the work of shipping-office clerical staff. The role ensures compliance with food safety policies and applicable regulations, including the current SQF code, GMPs, and FSMA preventive controls.

This is an onsite, salaried night-shift role with 12-hour shifts. The work may involve physical activity, personal protective equipment, and additional unscheduled time after hours or on weekends.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education.
• 5–10 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.
• Efficient 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, storing, and shipping of finished products.
• Oversee night-shift operational activities, including picking and loading orders, receiving and unloading inbound orders, warehousing, housekeeping, sanitation, safety, security, and quality assurance.
• Manage the drop-trailer yard and maintain accurate controls, including welcome-center check-in and check-out processes.
• Supervise personnel to achieve accurate and complete shipping orders, efficient labor use, high quality standards, and customer satisfaction.
• Provide operational support to the Sales Coordinator in reconciling customer complaints originating in the department.
• Support effective utilization of manpower, equipment, and facilities.
• Rearrange stock layouts to accommodate new products, consolidate existing products, and improve workflow efficiency.
• Coordinate, implement, teach, and participate in safety activities to prevent or reduce accidents, and provide required safety training.
• Establish and maintain housekeeping and sanitation practices consistent with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and conduct monthly inspections.
• Assist the Manager in evaluating warehouse duties in shipping, receiving, order selection, and clerical work; recommend ways to reduce nonproductive effort and improve productivity.
• Select, hire, train, and appraise warehouse personnel.
• Use regular meetings to support compliance with published warehousing instructions and procedures, including safety and GMP requirements.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through routine location audits; audit outbound orders beyond customer-specific requirements; investigate shipping errors and develop corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee scheduling of inbound and outbound shipments, maintain logs, and prepare necessary documents.
• Direct the work of 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 and 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