Warehouse Supervisor 2nd Shift - Boston

Scholastic Book Fairs•Clinton, MA

2d•$55,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Each year Scholastic Book Fairs, in partnership with schools across the country, hosts more than 127,000 book-sale events that give more than 35 million students and their families access to thousands of affordable and educational products, helping foster a lifelong love of reading. We are currently in search for a Warehouse Supervisor for out 2nd Shift. This benefit eligible position offers the following: Medical Dental Vision 401K with company match Paid Time off Program that includes Vacation, Personal and Sick 50% off Scholastic merchandise and more!!

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Certificate required
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Ability to analyze, develop, initiate, and implement plans and strategies to achieve goals.
Strong computer skills; ability to navigate through the internet, MS Office, and email preferred.
Ability to utilize scanner systems effectively with minimal errors.
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and direct associates.
Ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines.
Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs., push/pull up to 300 lbs., climbs ladders without assistance.
Must be at least 18 years of age (for forklift operation).

Nice To Haves

College Degree preferred.
Prior experience with a distribution or manufacturing organization preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the recruiting and hiring process for warehouse staff. Conduct orientation for newly hired associates, including mentoring, through 90-day orientation period.
Supervise, develop, and train all warehouse personnel and maintain peak level of associate morale and motivation within organization for maximum level of productivity and associate retention.
In conjunction with the Branch Manager, or Production Manager, evaluate & document warehouse associates’ job performances; conduct all warehouse performance appraisals; recommend salary changes; and set performance goals.
Adhere to local, State, and Federal regulations inclusive but not limited to OSHA, DOT, and EEOC.
Investigate job-related incidents (Workers’ Compensation) and file reports in conjunction with Branch Manager. Participate or direct monthly safety meetings to minimize accidents, incorporating a wellness attitude among all staff members.
Schedule staff and maintain attendance records. Assist in Labor Hours Tracking - Actual vs. Budget.
Assist Branch Manager, or Production Manager, in the use and execution of production planning system and management of Branch P&L’s.
May be responsible for closing out fairs, ensuring all cases, displays, and boxes are staged with the book fair properly labeled.
May prepare daily packing schedules.
May oversee Fair packing production or replenishment of stock from bulk to shelves as well as the unloading of trucks and cases.
May oversee packing and display of product in accordance with schematics, to ensure customer requests and needs are satisfied; including, but not limited to, matching loading procedures to warehouse/driver sheets.
May assist with physical inventory counts, open houses and warehouse sales.
Ensure that warehouse equipment/tools are properly utilized to increase productivity, efficiency, safety, and report any unsafe conditions/equipment or injury to Manager.
Use and monitor proper techniques for lifting, packing, handling heavy objects, climbing ladders, and pushing/pulling cases.
Fill Accurate Data on Labor Data Collection Cards.
May operate forklifts during peak business periods (If certified – must be at least 18 years of age).
Perform other duties as requested by Branch Manager and/or Production Manager.