Distribution Supervisor - Night Shift

Michael Foods Inc.•Gaylord, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
2-5 years of experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or a similar field.
Minimum of 2+ years of previous supervisory experience preferably within a high-volume warehouse or distribution center.
Hands-on proficiency in forklift operations and previous certifications and training within Powered Industrial Trucks.
Computer proficiency within Microsoft Word, Excel, SAP/TRM software.
Effectively supervising, coaching and developing employees.

Nice To Haves

Experience in leading teams on multiple shifts to support production operations as well as experience within customer and carrier interactions and communications.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and teaming skills.
Ability to prioritize and follow directions with little/no supervision.
Strong organizational skills and ability to do multi-functional tasks.
Ability to work overtime and/or weekends when required.
Bi-lingual (Spanish-English) is a plus.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations.
Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form.
Computer skills required, including MS Excel and Word, SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

This is a 6:00pm-6:00am 12 hour night shift role.
Coordinate and supervise distribution staff, including hiring, training, and directing all employees.
Ensure that all products are distributed/received to company and customer specifications.
Comply with Safety work rules at all times and reinforce Safety as a Core Value.
Ensure that all policies, procedures and activities related to Food Safety & Quality are followed and complied with uniformly.
Assume personal responsibility to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
Lead and coordinate the work of distribution employees ensuring compliance with company policies relating to work rules, absenteeism, discipline, payroll, hiring, performance reviews and terminations.
Maintain proper documentation.
Resolve operational, warehousing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimal cost impact and prevent operational delays.
Ensure proper and necessary equipment is available.
Monitor warehouse inventory levels to ensure adequate stock and prevent shortages or overstock situations.
Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports on distribution activities, performance metrics, and other relevant data.
Adhere to quality work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained.
Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
Handle daily employee scheduling, time off, training on safety and emergency evacuations, PPE, Hazcom, etc.
Review KPI performance, and operating reports to ensure optimal operations.
Manage capital projects and participate in organizational teams and committees.
Perform other duties as assigned.