Warehouse Shift Supervisor

Cayuga Milk Ingredients•Auburn, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Shift Supervisor is a leadership role responsible for assisting and directing warehouse teams in planning, training, and operational excellence at Cayuga Ingredients’ manufacturing facility. The role oversees warehouse programs on assigned shifts, drives performance metrics, supports company policies and plant programs, and helps maintain a skilled and motivated workforce. It ensures warehouse operations comply with applicable regulations, safety requirements, and quality standards. The position leads daily warehouse operations, develops production schedules and efficiency targets, trains and evaluates employees, and supports continuous improvement. It also works with internal teams and external regulatory bodies to maintain food safety, sanitation, allergen control, and quality requirements. The role typically works Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., with occasional schedule flexibility to support a 24/7/365 operation. Work takes place across office, warehouse, and exterior facility areas, including environments with varying temperatures and potential exposure to food ingredients, allergens, and food-processing chemicals. Required PPE must be worn as needed. The salary range is $78,000–$111,467.

Requirements

At least 2 years of lead or management experience in manufacturing.
Knowledge of warehouse operations, regulatory compliance, food safety, and quality programs.
Supervisory and leadership experience, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures and potential exposure to food-manufacturing ingredients, allergens, and food-processing chemicals.
Ability to navigate office spaces, warehouse areas, and the facility’s exterior perimeter.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment as necessary.
Ability to stand, sit, and perform tasks throughout a full shift, with appropriate meal breaks.
Physical ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, and crouch as needed.
Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds independently and heavier objects with reasonable accommodations.
Visual acuity sufficient to perform job duties accurately, and ability to assess weights, judge distances, and work at various heights.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead and support daily warehouse operations.
Develop and execute daily production schedules and efficiency targets involving labor, equipment, and overhead costs.
Maintain an active presence on the warehouse floor, supporting employees and monitoring operational performance.
Train and develop team members to operate equipment safely and effectively.
Conduct employee performance evaluations and schedule and facilitate shift meetings.
Foster teamwork and accountability, and plan and deliver management and operational training programs.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including FDA, USDA, OSHA, and HACCP requirements.
Maintain accurate manufacturing protocols, labeling requirements, and product quality standards.
Collaborate with regulatory inspectors, third-party auditors, and international partners to meet compliance standards.
Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives to improve operational efficiency year over year.
Develop objectives, standard operating procedures, and performance standards to help staff meet departmental and company goals.
Conduct inspections, risk assessments, and program evaluations to identify hazards and ensure safety and environmental compliance.
Ensure employees follow food safety, sanitation, and allergen-control protocols.
Build working relationships with employees, senior management, and external entities.
Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Operations Management to prevent and resolve operational challenges.