COMPANY OVERVIEW
At Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics, our mission is to design and deploy modern facilities and provide innovative solutions through the practical application of technology, creating meaningful value for our customers while helping them meet their strategic objectives – establishing The New Age of cold chain.
We believe our employees make us different. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop the best employees available in the markets we serve. Only through the strength of our employees will we attain our business goals.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This role plans, assigns, and directs activity within our cold storage facility in a safe and orderly fashion. This role will also be primarily responsible for the selection, training and retention of our warehouse team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct supervision of a team of warehouse employees, including assigning work, setting and attaining performance goals, and managing performance in accordance with organizational policies and operating standards.
Lead by example by living the company values of Integrity, Accountability, Transparency, Impact, Humility, and Community.
Cultivate a culture of productivity, belonging and responsibility. Communicate company goals and vision, objectives, and direction to warehouse staff.
Monitor product integrity by verifying product temperatures and refrigeration operations and ensuring continuity of cold chain; inspect product for damage; and ensure control of rodents and pests in all food storage areas. Maintain facility cleanliness, organization, and proper product handling in accordance with Arcadia’s establish protocols.
Protect Arcadia warehouse staff and employees by enforcing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) use; ensuring training and certifications are up to date; monitoring wage/hour law compliance; assuring compliance with OSHA and monitoring compliance with local, state, and Federal food handling regulations.
Possess the technical skills of a subject matter expert in Employee Payroll Systems, WMS and Truck Scheduling Systems. Demonstrate the ability to effectively train warehouse employees and new peers within 90 days of hire on all Arcadia systems ensuring you are setting a new hire up for success on the job.
Establish an environment of teamwork, employee involvement/empowerment, fairness, and consistency. Promote the Open-Door Philosophy.
Take ownership to drive a positive culture. As a leader, create an environment of collaboration and acceptance. Be approachable and flexible especially when facing challenges. Understanding subordinates are one of your greatest assets. Build relationships with associates by being consistent, respectful, transparent, and follow up with employees. Keep the line of communication open and frequently acknowledge associates when they do a good job.
Operate the facility in compliance with health, safety, and environment regulations which establishes a culture of safety. Ensure work areas and equipment are clean, well-maintained, and safe.
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong leadership skills, with emphasis on guiding and developing a team, customer service, communications, and planning.
Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
