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Warehouse Supervisor | Up to 36,000 per year | Harlow | Full-time | Permanent
Join a leading multinational producer and distributor of rice and grains, originating from India, as a Warehouse Shift Supervisor. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee the smooth operations of our warehouse in Harlow, ensuring safety, efficiency, and team productivity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise Warehouse Operations:Oversee all day-to-day warehouse activities, ensuring optimal workflow and productivity.
- Shift Scheduling:Set shift schedules and daily assignments for the warehouse team to meet operational needs.
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS):Utilize WMS to manage and track warehouse activities efficiently.
- Team Training:Organize and lead warehouse training sessions in collaboration with the Warehouse Manager, Health & Safety, and Quality Manager.
- Safety Compliance:Ensure adherence to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, maintaining a safe work environment.
- Equipment Monitoring:Regularly monitor the condition of warehouse equipment, racking, and facilities, reporting any damages and coordinating with vendors and the Warehouse Manager for repairs or maintenance.
- Incident Reporting:Report near-misses, accidents, and damages to equipment or infrastructure to the Warehouse Manager and HSQE Manager, following company procedures.
- Health & Safety Regulations:Analyze and implement health, safety, and environmental regulations in conjunction with the Warehouse Manager and HSQE Manager.
- Promote Positive Work Environment:Foster a proactive and healthy working environment, motivating and supporting the warehouse team.
- Administrative Tasks:Perform administrative duties related to warehouse operations as assigned by the Warehouse Manager.
- Process Improvement:Advise on and implement improvements to warehouse procedures and processes.
- Supervise Packaging and Shipping:Oversee packaging, receiving, and shipping activities, ensuring accurate and efficient handling of goods.
- Operational Support:Assist with receiving, shipping, picking, loading, and unloading tasks as needed to support the team.
- Inventory Tracking:Monitor inbound and outbound shipments, track internal stock movements, and perform cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Stock Adjustments:Adjust stock levels in SAP (following training), ensuring accurate data management.
- Supplies Management:Order necessary warehouse supplies and equipment in collaboration with the Warehouse Manager.
- Collaboration:Work closely with the warehouse front office, production team, quality department, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Issue Escalation:Escalate issues to the appropriate managers and recommend potential solutions for any operational challenges.
- Policy Compliance:Ensure the warehouse team follows company policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Hygiene and Cleanliness:Maintain and enforce high standards of hygiene, waste management, and cleanliness in the warehouse and surrounding areas.
- Backup Responsibilities:Serve as backup for other supervisors during shift transfers, holidays, sick leave, or other absences.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience in warehouse operations and team supervision.
- Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and SAP (or willingness to learn).
- Strong understanding of health and safety regulations, including OSHA.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
- Experience with stock control and inventory management is a plus
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
