Warehouse Shift Supervisor

Cayuga Milk Ingredients, LLC•Auburn, NY

4d•$78,000 - $111,467

About The Position

The Warehouse Shift Supervisor is a leadership role responsible for assisting and directing warehouse teams in planning, training, and operational excellence. The position oversees warehouse programs on assigned shifts, drives performance metrics, and supports the successful execution of plant programs and company policies at the Cayuga Ingredients manufacturing facility. The supervisor fosters a skilled and motivated workforce while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and safety and quality standards. The role leads daily warehouse operations, develops production schedules and efficiency targets, trains and evaluates employees, and coordinates shift meetings and training programs. It also supports regulatory compliance, food safety, sanitation, allergen control, safety, and quality assurance; develops operating procedures and performance standards; and identifies cost-reduction and continuous-improvement opportunities. The supervisor collaborates with internal teams and external regulators, auditors, and partners to prevent and resolve operational challenges. The work typically takes place 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 may involve varying temperatures, food-manufacturing ingredients including allergens, and chemicals used in food processing and distribution facilities. The position requires movement throughout the facility and use of personal protective equipment as needed, along with physical activities including standing, bending, lifting, and climbing. Items weighing up to 50 pounds must be lifted and moved independently; heavier objects may be handled with reasonable accommodations.

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.
Excellent 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 possible exposure to food-manufacturing ingredients, including allergens, and chemicals used in food processing and distribution facilities.
Ability to navigate office spaces, warehouse areas, and the facility's exterior perimeter.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment as needed.
Ability to stand, sit, and carry out 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 weighing up to 50 pounds independently; heavier objects may be handled with reasonable accommodations.
Visual acuity sufficient to perform job duties accurately.
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, support employees, and monitor operational performance.
Train and develop team members to operate equipment safely and effectively.
Conduct employee performance evaluations and schedule and facilitate shift meetings.
Plan and deliver training programs, including management and operational education.
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 operational objectives, SOPs, and performance standards to 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 such as FDA, USDA, and OSHA.
Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Operations Management to prevent and resolve operational challenges.