Warehouse Supervisor

FARMERS UNION INDUSTRIES LLC•Estherville, IA

14d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Redwood Farms Meat Processors is looking to fill a brand new role of Warehouse Supervisor to help oversee our packaging, freezer, and shipping departments, ensure inventory accuracy and managing outbound freight, and maintain a safe and efficient work environment. This position will provide a base salary, dependent on experience.

Requirements

1-3 years’ experience in fresh/frozen food warehouse, shipping, inventory experience
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
Demonstrate desirable behaviors such as attendance and adherence to FUI values
Ability to operate basic computer systems such as inventory/shipping system, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Advanced written and verbal communication with the ability to maintain accurate records
Strong sense of initiative and problem-solving with the ability to manage time/deadlines and delegate work
Willingness to work additional hours or perform work in other areas of the facility, as requested
Ability to read metric or standard measurements
Ability to work in a facility that processes hogs
Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
Bilingual (English and Spanish) skills, highly preferred
Paycom experience, a plus

Responsibilities

Manage freezer, shipping, and packaging teams to support safe, efficient daily operations and timely product movement
Monitor product readiness and inventory levels to support the confirmed shipping schedule
Partner with the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator to plan load-out volumes, dock capacity, and shipping priorities
Execute fresh and frozen load-outs according to the confirmed shipping schedule and dock appointments
Communicate product readiness, warehouse capacity, or loading constraints to the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator
Verify container and trailer availability prior to staging loads and prepare the daily “make sheet” for next-day cold-side operations
Maintain control of USDA stamps and coordinate USDA approval for export loads
Inspect trailers with carriers for cleanliness and food-safe conditions prior to loading
Monitor trailer temperatures and refrigeration operation, including occasional weekend checks as needed
Coordinate trailer movement and yard truck activity to support shipping flow
Organize cooler and freezer space for efficient storage and load-out
Manage dry goods inventory and support accurate end-of-day inventory reporting
Ensure trailer doors and shipping areas are secured at the end of the day
Coordinate annual freezer inventory for audit purposes
Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance