Baldor Specialty Foods Inc. is the leading produce distributor in the northeast. Our company imports fruits and vegetables from all over the world and distributes these products in the north east region of the USA. Baldor is a young vibrant company that’s expanding its services into new markets. Currently, our customer base expands from Boston to Washington DC and we’re still growing.
Our recruitment strategy is to hire smart, energetic talented individuals who are eager to take on new challenges!
Night Warehouse Manager
Job Responsibilities
- Planning, monitoring, and managing a team to meet organization's goals
- Working in a fast-paced environment
- Thinking outside the box
- Being thoughtful and decisive in solving challenges
- Learning quickly and being adaptable
- Razor-sharp focus, attention to detail, and multi-tasking
- Being a great team member and working well with others
- Dedication, hard work and passion to grow in a high-energy, changing environment
- Plan, monitor, and manage actual performance against operational budget which includes proper management of department staffing levels and hours worked
- Review, track, and analyze key performance indicators such as order filling errors, on-time dispatches, productivity, and overall service levels. Develop and implement plans for improvement in these areas.
- Lead operational initiatives to ensure shipping accuracy goals are met
- Ensure superior onboarding and training of new crew members
- Responsible for forklift replenishment of slots to minimize rework of empty slots
- Manage the day order selection process and work flow to ensure timely dispatch of routes
- Manage the safety of crew members and facility cleanliness
- Manage and upkeep the USDA, SQF and other audits
- Implement process improvement programs utilizing Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
- Provide assistance to the General Operations Manager on special projects
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills:
- Experience in a cold, wet, refrigerated environment
- Experience in a food / beverage environment
- 5 (+) years of Distribution Center Management experience
- Education: HS Diploma or GED; BA/BS degree in logistics, business or industrial engineering or other related operations disciplines a plus
- Experience: Minimum of three years management/supervisory experience preferably in a large, high volume food warehouse / distribution center environment.
- Skills: Leadership, problem solving, decision making, good judgment, strong interpersonal skills, passion to serve, desire for improvement, excellent communication skills.
- Schedule: NIGHT shift including Saturdays, and some holiday
Job Type:
- Full-time / permanent employment
- Excellent company benefits package
Baldor Specialty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of Sex, Race, Religion, Age (40 and over), Handicap or National Origin. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or any other legally protected status.