Warehouse Receiving Supervisor

Nefco•Ashland, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Receiving Manager, this position is responsible for all activities relating to receiving operations. The Warehouse Receiving Supervisor ensures a smooth and consistent operation so material and supplies are stored and slotted in an efficient manner. This role helps to oversee the daily routines of their assigned crew members, aids in their receiving skill development, and works with the Inbound/Inventory Manager to control inventory and minimize errors. The supervisor ensures all inbound shipments are processed for customer delivery and/or storage, provides a motivating work environment, and fosters communication and teamwork among staff to achieve operational goals. They also accept responsibility for company projects, work with distribution center team members to maintain warehouse cleanliness, and ensure compliance with NEFCO trainings and initiatives. Additionally, they ensure safe work practices are followed to maintain a safe work environment.

Requirements

Must have a track record of being a results-oriented person who has worked in industrial warehousing/distribution operations for 2+ years.
Must be effective communicator up, down and across the organization.
High school diploma (or equivalent).
Ability to use NEFCO’s ERP software system.
Ability to use warehouse layouts for planning purposes.
Basic computer skills.
Must have a positive, hard-working attitude.
Ability to establish priorities, work independently and little supervision.
Ability to multitask.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to stands on concrete floor for long periods of time.
Must be able to work in various climate conditions such as cold, heat, humidity for a long period of time.
Ability to crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl and twist for lifting.
Ability to safely lift up to 50+ lbs.
Ability to review and interpret computer images and written documents.
Analytical ability including basic math skills.
Ability to operate warehouse equipment (including forklifts) and be recertified.
Must be detail-oriented and hands on ‘roll up the sleeves’ type with aptitude for multi-tasking and adapting to a fast-paced environment with ever changing priorities.
Must have effective interpersonal skills with ability to direct, coach, support and delegate to associates.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, or Outlook a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure a smooth and consistent operation so material and supplies are stored and slotted in an efficient manner.
Oversee the daily routines of their assigned crew members.
Help in the receiving skill development of all crew members.
Work with Inbound/Inventory Manager to control inventory and work with staff to minimize material ‘can’t finds’ and errors.
Ensure all inbound shipments are processed for customer delivery and or storage.
Provide motivating work environment for staff with high levels of performance and standards being the norm.
Help in the communication of policies to ensure compliance and consistently administer corrective action as necessary.
Foster communication and teamwork among staff to ensure accomplishment of operational goals.
Accept responsibility for company projects that may be indirectly related to his/her area of responsibility.
Works with distribution center team members in order to ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the warehouse and processing areas.
Completion of all assigned NEFCO trainings.
Monitor and enforce all NEFCO training initiatives for associates under your supervision.
Assist in implementation of new training and enhance existing training processes for associates under your supervision.
Ensure that safe work practices are followed, maintaining an overall safe work environment.