Apply to Warehouse Manager (Dairy, Food & Beverage)

Founded in 1846, today we are one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, Hershey’s Milk & Milkshakes and more.

Unlike many, we offer comprehensive training to our employees additionally, safety is our number one priority and a way of life in our facilities and on the road. To aid in making it a productive work environment, we offer bi-annual bonus incentive program, driver employee referral program, and corporate discount programs. Did I also mention that our health benefits start at day 31 of employment? That is as competitive as any competitor. - Oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations, including inventory management, ordering, and quality control - Develop and implement strategies to maximize efficiency and profitability - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations - Manage a team of food and beverage staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling - Collaborate with other departments to coordinate events and special promotions - Monitor customer satisfaction and address any concerns or complaints promptly - Stay updated on industry trends and make recommendations for menu updates or changes

```Requirements``` - Proven experience as a Dairy, Food and Beverage Manager or similar role - Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems, AS400, forklift operation, transportation management, process improvement, materials management, transportation planning, order fulfillment, production planning, and logistics - Excellent leadership and communication skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Knowledge of health and safety regulations in the food and beverage industry - Bachelor's degree in hospitality management or related field (preferred) - Certification in food safety or related areas (preferred)

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discount programs, 401k matches, incentive programs, profit sharing and more.

Essential Functions:

Able to demonstrate knowledge of safety areas reviewed in the safety orientation program.
Provide all aspects of leadership for warehouse employees. Personnel responsibilities include, but are not limited to: shift scheduling, maintaining employee motivation and morale, training, conflict resolution, performance evaluations, attendance monitoring and disciplinary action where appropriate.
Operational responsibilities include, but are not limited to: inventory management, shift start meetings, warehouse housekeeping, research/resolve shipping errors and implement corrective actions.
Lead the team in all aspects of promoting the Company safety program immediately identifying and eliminating risks to drive safe working habits and behaviors.
Assist with accident investigations as needed.
Ensure full compliance with all OSHA regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
Work jointly with production, customer service, and distribution to ensure external customer order fulfillment requirements are met accurately and on time.
Maintain solid customer satisfaction levels relating to quality, accuracy of loads and on-time delivery, while ensuring the highest level of operational efficiencies.
Maintain an open dialogue and communicate effectively with Manager, shift lead person, and employees to ensure that work in warehouse is completed efficiently, on time, and with a minimum of errors.
Follow the chain-of-command and documentation in all matters requiring supervisory involvement.
Assist with training and integrating of new employees to the department.
Be familiar with all jobs performed in the department and assist with overseeing that daily goals/schedules are successfully met.
Flexible to vary work shifts dependent upon business and staffing needs.

Education, Skills & Experience

High School Diploma – College Degree Preferred
Basic computer skills essential
Basic math skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently and to positively coach and motivate others
Ability to work well across departments.
Strong knowledge of all facets of the warehouse operation
Must have a strong working knowledge of the department and the ability to receive direction and organize work and staffing schedules.
2-5 year’s experience in the Warehouse Department or related area is desirable.