Warehouse Supervisor

Uzin Utz North America•Waco, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to supervise our Warehouse Operations in Waco, TX. If you're passionate about leadership and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to make an impact. At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and valued. Join us and be a part of a team that thrives on collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement. Uzin Utz North America, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of flooring installation systems and serves as the North American subsidiary of Uzin Utz SE, based in Ulm, Germany. Founded in 1911, Uzin Utz SE is a fourth-generation family-owned company and a global producer of comprehensive product systems for the preparation, installation, and maintenance of all types of floor coverings. In the United States, Uzin Utz North America offers its products under the renowned UZIN, WOLFF, and PALLMANN brand names, delivering industry-leading solutions for flooring professionals. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Warehouse Supervisor to join our team at Uzin Utz North America Inc. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in warehouse and supervisory skills. Overview The Warehouse Supervisor’s primary responsibility is to ensure that all incoming/outgoing material is accurately counted, identified, documented and stored/shipped. The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of warehouse associates, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. It is also the Warehouse Supervisor’s responsibility to ensure that the warehouse and material is clean, organized, bin located and monitored daily for accuracy and reliability.

Requirements

Two year associates degree from college or technical school, or equivalent work experience
Forklift Certified
Four to five years related experience as a Warehouse Supervisor or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience using forklift and pallet jack
Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and WMS platforms
Strong understanding of warehouse operations
Proven ability to manage high-volume transactional workflows

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day activities and training, of a team of warehouse associates.
Establishes operational procedures for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of both raw materials and finished product (loading/unloading trucks,) while maintaining accurate warehouse inventory.
Inspects physical condition of warehouse and equipment and ensuring warehouse work areas are cleaned and maintained
Maintains production schedules and build sheets.
Prepares work orders for repairs and requisitions for replacement of equipment.
Schedules necessary fork lift repairs when needed
Confers with departments to ensure coordination of warehouse activities with activities of other functions such as production, sales, records control, and purchasing.
Directs salvage of damaged or used material.
Participate in weekly cycle counts, monthly inventory counts and annual inventory audits.
Maintain a safe, healthy and organized work environment for all areas in compliance with environmental, health and safety requirements.
Safely operate equipment as required
Identifies maintenance requirements for warehouse areas and initiates work requests for planned and corrective maintenance needs and follows up to ensure the timely completion thereof.
Actively participates in the risk identification and mitigation process
Drives team members’ accountability of job standards to achieve an optimal output or workflow through the effective use of coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action as appropriate.
Take part in shift handover meetings
Facilitate cross training of production operators to develop a flexible autonomous production team while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Assists in the development of individuals and teams to solve operational issues.
Motivates team members to achieve performance targets
Assist in the recruitment and hiring process for new production and warehouse personnel.
Train new team members in the organization's operating and safety procedures monitoring standards to ensure compliance