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Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: 35,000 - 38,000 per annum (DOE)
We are proud to be working a with a leading Food Manufacturer in the Chelmsford area, where an excellent opportunity has arisen for a Warehouse and Logistics Supervisor.
This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and hygienic storage and movement of stock within the Warehouse and Yard. The successful candidate will lead a team committed to delivering high-quality service.
Working Hours:
- Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (30-minute unpaid break)
- One Saturday per month, typically the last Saturday, paid at an overtime rate
Key Responsibilities of the Warehouse Supervisor:
- Oversee accurate picking and loading of products and ensure data is entered correctly into the stock system
- Supervise safe loading and unloading of vehicles in line with transport regulations
- Manage goods-in processes, including recording of pallets and returned items in the system
- Ensure vehicles are checked, cleaned, and maintained upon return to site
- Maintain Health and Safety standards; perform regular racking inspections and enforce safe equipment operation
- Support stock counts and maintain records for raw materials and finished goods
- Prepare and manage delivery documentation
- Report any shortages to the sales team or customers ahead of scheduled deliveries
- Collaborate with the Materials Controller to coordinate movements of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods
- Manage a cross-functional team, handling performance, training, attendance, recruitment, and disciplinary processes
- Supervise packing teams during the absence of the Packing and Planning Supervisor
The Ideal Warehouse Supervisor:
- Minimum 2 years in a supervisory role
- Experience in Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain (ideally within a Food Manufacturing environment)
- Experience with computerised stock and inventory systems
- A current Counterbalance Forklift Ticket is required
Working Environment and Physical Requirements:
- Work conducted in both Warehouse and Yard settings
- Manual handling (lifting sacks up to 25 kg)
- Use of stairs and ladders to access upper levels and platforms
- Exposure to varying noise levels due to machinery
- Forklift truck operation and shunter driving as part of daily duties
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