Loader Supervisor

Responsibilities:

• Directs the activities of the department on assigned shift in order to accurately separate and ship product to appropriate destination
• Supervises, trains and directs shipping personnel
• Addresses any employee issues and reports complaints/concerns to the proper manager (i.e. Department Manager & Distribution Manager)
• Monitors employee performance on a daily basis by doing frequent walk- throughs of the work area and reviewing related work.
• Participates in the disciplinary process by issuing corrective actions in accordance with the union contract and other related company policies & procedures and communicating with the appropriate contacts (i.e. Department Head Distribution Manager)
• Makes adjustments in personnel assignments to cover absenteeism and emergencies. Notes employee attendance & punctuality in the computer.
• Meets with previous supervisors to communicate any issues from the prior shift
• Contacts customers immediately upon knowing product will be late or orders cut
• Keeps product staging areas and lanes organized
• Keeps the floor areas clean and organized
• Completes paperwork with accuracy and neatness
• Performs trailer checks, includes sweeping and checking for damage. Documents information and submits to transportation department.
• Communicates with supervisors to make sure product counts are correct on each truck (i.e. reconciling trailer paperwork)

Safety:

• Maintains safe working environment for all employees/contractors/visitors by following safety guidelines and reporting all incidents to management
• Participates in incident/accident investigations and completes required paperwork
• Promotes employee safety in all areas of operations.
• Sanitation:
• Ensures department personnel maintain cleanliness of the work area.
• Ensures proper G. M. P.'s are followed at all times and takes necessary corrective action for violations.
• Other related duties as assigned by Manager

Qualifications:

• Computer Skills a must
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Two Years or more of experience in distribution preferred, will train right person
• Must be able to count and perform basic math
• Must be able to read and comprehend department materials and specifically load sheets
• Must be capable of lifting or maneuvering up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to reach approximately 7 feet high to move product
• Must be physically capable of moving to all areas of the plant
• Must be able to view product and determine adherence to quality control standards including size, shape, color, cut, etc.
• Must be able to perform all duties so as not to produce damage
• Must be able to read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures, signs, etc
• Valid driver's license and own transportation a must
• Must be flexible with hours

Physical Demands:

The work is sedentary sitting most of the time; exerting up to 30 lbs force frequently and 50 lbs occasionally; negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, etc. The work requires no special physical demands. It may involve some walking, standing, bending, or carrying of light items.

Work Environment:

In performing the duties of this job, the individual is exposed to humid conditions, hot or cold climate.

Vision Requirements:

Near vision needed to read and prepare paper and computerized data and reports, and to examine and compile records.

Training Required:

The individual must complete all annual safety training, ergonomics, and any specialized and/or skill ware training this is required to perform his/her job.