Warehouse Group Leader - 2nd Shift at Hearthside Food Solutions LLC in Bolingbrook, Illinois

Job Description:

What We Want to Give You:

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including: • health/dental/vision insurance • flex spending accounts • short & long-term disability • paid holidays and vacation • bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.).

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Responsible for the timely and accurate implementation of all warehouse functions and related data collection and documentation. Provide back-up for warehouse supervisor functions. Handle other assignments, as directed. Load trucks for delivery (and unload for receiving, when necessary). Ensure that products for shipping are prepared accordingly to customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help solve problems and make informed decisions that affect the service, and productivity of the shipping/receiving area.
• Verify accuracy of outbound and inbound shipments when necessary.
• Maintain a neat, organized warehouse using bin locations
• Perform cycle counts and maintain an inventory record accuracy of 97%
• Research short/long shipments
• Maintain equipment and keep operational following all safety requirements
• Must follow all company policies. Must be knowledgeable of GMP's, OSHA, and HAACP. Will need to train employees on these processes.
• Pull orders and assist warehouse personnel with the order pulling process
• Follow load schedule for the week
• Verify accuracy of outbound shipments
• Maintain a neat, organized warehouse using bin locations
• Ship samples based on designated criteria using the Fed Ex web.
• Update and maintain all outbound shipping records. Keep pertinent paperwork up to date.
• Work effectively in both individual and team settings.
• Carefully inspect before final loading for shipment.
• Maintain internal records, as needed.
• Enter shipping records into SAP.
• Submit reports, as required.
• Keep daily logs on all forklifts, verifying they are accurate and up-to-date. Submit to manager immediately following month-end.
• Complete cross-training to back-up warehouse and other functions, when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eac Must be 18 years of age.h essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel. SAP experience helpful.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of associates, managers, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision yet be flexible and have ability to work in a team environment.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
•Manufacturing environment - exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures.
•Depending on which location, our environments can be very warm or refrigerated.
•Team environment - must be able to work well with others and communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
•Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
•May be required to work weekend and night hours to fill in as needed.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

If operating a forklift, must have forklift certificate.

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.