Dock Manager

Merchants Distributors, LLC • Hickory, NC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Oversee and facilitate dock and yard workflow to maximize efficient processes both loading and unloading product

Requirements

• The incumbent should possess the skills and knowledge generally associated with a bachelor's degree in business or related field and 3-5 years’ progressive warehouse management experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure inbound product is unloaded, assembled, and palleted properly, according to MDI standards
• Ensure outbound orders are assembled and loaded according to established MDI processes and customer standards
• Manage the dock supervisors, coordinators, yard spotters, and asset returns teams, as well as other relevant positions to ensure on time deliveries
• Assists in the coordination of general warehouse activities such as inventory control, storage, and damage.
• Provides input in establishing warehouse procedures, layouts, equipment, and maintenance requirements and standards
• Directs staffing moves or changes between departments in the absence of the Operations Manager in order to meet workload demands and maintain an efficient workflow
• Coordinates forklift activities to ensure proper storage, as well as efficient freight movement to drive a high level of customer service in support of order fulfillment
• Coordinates scheduling and unloading of all inbound freight, including backhaul and third party
• Coordinates dock organization plans with other shifts and team members
• Provides support for training and implementation of warehouse management technology
• Manages expenses with emphasis on damage, labor, and supply usage to meet or exceed budget
• Coordinate special projects as assigned by Operations Manager
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, SQF, and company policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees