Warehouse Supervisor - 1st Shift at SCUSA Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in Caledonia, Wisconsin

Job Description:

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?


The Warehouse Supervisor is a key member of the leadership team for a brand new 300,000 sq foot facility slated to open in Spring of 2025. In this role, you will directly supervise and coordinate all activities within the distribution center to achieve expected results. Key responsibilities include planning, assigning and directing work; employee scheduling, performance, training, recruiting and retention; sanitation, quality, safety, and environmental activities.


The Warehouse Supervisor will work closely with the cross-functional teams, including Quality, Safety, Maintenance, Transportation, and Resupply; fulfilling all responsibilities in an organized and safe manner and in accordance with the company's policies, OSHA, and regulatory requirements.



How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Supervises all aspects of warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, inventory and sanitation.
  
  


• Provides guidance, training and direction to warehouse support staff with a focus on development, succession and growth opportunities.
  
  


• Responsible for timely and accurate systematic transactions, including receipts, shipments, inventory and customer claims. Supervises overall accuracy throughout the distribution center activities, with emphasis on customer's expectations; claims, returns and compliance fees.
  
  


• Plans, directs and coordinates distribution center activities within assigned shift and department. Ensures proper staffing and shift coverage along with proper shift handoff and collaboration.
  
  


• Responsible for achieving warehouse related KPIs, including inventory accuracy, on-time shipments, fill rate, order quality and accuracy, product rotation, traceability, warehouse and equipment utilization, warehouse efficiencies and compliance. Identifies process improvements and cost savings opportunities.
  
  


• Develops and coaches warehousing teams' collective and individual capabilities, through proactively supporting recruiting, retention, training, communications, and performance management practices.
  
  


• Supports and drives safety performance, including employee, building and food safety programs, training and initiatives. Adheres to company's policies and procedures while supporting Saputo's values and ensuring compliance.
  
  


• Supports operational efficiency goals and objectives. Participates in cross-functional projects as needed. Supports change and ensures sustainment.
  
  

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences, Skills, and Qualifications

• Have a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in Distribution or Supply Chain capacity. Health and Safety, and Workers Compensation compliance experience is preferred.
  
  


• Are familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices.
  
  


• Lift truck certification or the ability to obtain a lift truck certification (Powered Industrial Trucks).
  
  


• Prior experience with WMS system. SAP preferred.
  
  


• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
  


• Can adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to successfully lead others through change.
  
  


• Can handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  
  


• Are highly organized with an ability to prioritize and pay attention to the details
  
  


• Are a team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
  
  


• Are adept at selecting, coaching, developing, engaging, and retaining a team of employees.
  
  


• Are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, computer-based applications and have WMS systems experience. Having SAP experience is preferred.
  
  


• Position requires up to 10% travel, ground and/or air transportation. Onboarding process will require significantly more travel to sites with less travel after site start up.
  
  

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With...

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, EAP, 401k, employee share ownership plan, paid time off.
  
  


• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
  
  


• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and site engagement activities
  
  


• Work on a smoke free campus that promotes a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.
  
  

Salary Range: $70,050 - $91,950


salary offers vary commensurate with experience, skills, education, and training.


In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.


Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.


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