Deli/JIT Supervisor
Location: Ronkonkoma, NY
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Company: World Class Distribution (WCD)
Position Summary
World Class Distribution (WCD) is seeking an experienced Deli/JIT Supervisor to lead daily warehouse operations within our Deli/Just-In-Time (JIT) department. This position is responsible for supervising team members, ensuring accurate shipping and receiving processes, maintaining inventory integrity, promoting safety, and meeting productivity and quality goals in a fast-paced distribution environment.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong warehouse operations experience, knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and experience operating material handling equipment.
Essential Responsibilities
- Supervise the daily operations of the Deli/JIT department to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Lead, coach, and develop warehouse associates while maintaining a positive and accountable work environment.
- Monitor shipping and receiving activities to ensure timely and accurate movement of products.
- Utilize Warehouse Management System (WMS) to manage inventory, track orders, and maintain accurate records.
- Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts and proper product handling procedures.
- Coordinate staffing assignments to meet operational demands and customer service expectations.
- Operate warehouse equipment as needed and ensure employees are following safe equipment operating procedures.
- Monitor employee performance, provide coaching, conduct performance evaluations, and administer corrective actions when necessary.
- Enforce company safety policies, GMPs, OSHA regulations, and food safety standards.
- Investigate and resolve operational issues while implementing process improvements.
- Communicate effectively with Operations, Inventory Control, Quality Assurance, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
- Previous experience in warehouse operations, preferably within food distribution or cold storage.
- Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Experience with shipping and receiving operations.
- Experience operating warehouse equipment such as:
- Stand-up forklift
- Sit-down forklift
- Electric pallet jack
- Reach truck (preferred)
- Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse processes.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- Food distribution or refrigerated warehouse experience.
- Experience leading teams in a high-volume distribution center.
- Knowledge of inventory management and continuous improvement practices.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in varying warehouse temperatures, including refrigerated environments when necessary.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Schedule will vary based on operational needs, including weekends and overtime as required.
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Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
