Supervisor, Inventory

Our Laredo, TX distribution center, a 193,000 sq. ft. refrigerated facility operating 24/7, is currently seeking an Inventory Supervisor to join our team due to department expansion.  In this role you will be responsible for the supervision of all inventory staff on shift by team. The inventory team will consist of Hi-lo drivers, lumpers, reach truck operators and rider jack operators. Primary areas of focus are; on time shipping of orders, maintaining production inputs, product utilization and ensuring warehouse procedures are followed.

Full time Day Shift:  Sunday - Wednesday, 12:00 am – 10:00 am

 Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Hit target outbound schedules (ready times) by managing staff and prioritizing workloads while following established picking process controls and thorough investigation of the missing report.
• Monitor WMS exceptions and compliance to identify issues and correct / coach operators’ compliance to success.
• Monitor picking accuracy and work to improve results through training and follow up with team members.
• Liaise with quality, receiving, production, CIC’s, scheduling and shipping regarding quality issues, alternate allocation requests, or requests for deviations to a customer specification.
• Monitor the use of all material handling equipment to ensure that it is used safely and properly.
• Ensure that all company policies are being followed by the team, including adherence to all GMP and Food Safety related policies.
• Lead and develop your direct reports through coaching and mentoring to set objectives for team members including any necessary corrective actions and progressive discipline.
• Continually look for ways to improve current processes to gain greater efficiencies and reduce operational costs.
• Provide Management reports as required daily, weekly and monthly.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in inventory or related job, preferably in a warehouse environment.
• High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a lead or supervisory role is preferred.
• Must have the ability to effectively follow-up with personnel and handle multiple ongoing projects.
• Possess strong mathematical aptitude.
• Proficient with MS Office: Word, Excel; prior experience with Warehouse Management Systems, i.e. NAV JDA, etc.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Need to be creative, adaptable and able to accurately work with a sense of urgency.
• Proficiency in use of English language with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Spanish as a second language is highly desired.
• Ability to be flexible to work a varying schedule to meet the needs of the business
• Operate Hilo truck (reach truck) and other related powered industrial equipment (forklift, pallet jack).
• Ability to work in our refrigerated warehouse, 50-degree controlled temperature zones. The background noise approaches 70dcbs.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. with or without accommodations

 We are pleased to offer the following Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Employee Engagement & Recognition Programs
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Mastronardi Produce has accommodation processes and policies in place and provides accommodation for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource office so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation to be put in place.

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