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Pharmaceutical Specialties
Warehouse Supervisor
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What they do
A Warehouse or Distribution Supervisor manages daily operations at a warehouse. Hires, trains, and supervises warehouse staff, oversees inventory and the distribution of materials to and from the warehouse.
$64,114 / year median in Minnesota
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Warehouse Supervisor Pharmaceutical Specialties
- 3.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
This position requires an enthusiastic team player with high energy and leadership skills. Supervises daily activities and performance of warehouse associates engaged in distributing raw materials, finished goods, equipment, and supplies for production and plant operations. Ensure warehouse activities are performed in accordance with cGMP and safety standards. Responsible for inventory control activities, including cycle counts and physical inventory counts. Perform and delegate training tasks as necessary. Supports the Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) training program and delivers training to operations associates. Leads coordination of warehouse activities, partnering with Account Support, Quality Assurance, and Sales & Marketing to optimize operations and service delivery. Support continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, including process optimization and evaluation of automation opportunities. Manages inbound and outbound delivery schedules. Write job instructions for warehouse operations. Help implement safety and continuous improvement initiatives. Leads daily and weekly team huddles to communicate priorities, share updates, and drive operational goals. Provide feedback to team and management.COMPETENCIES
Time management. Organizational skills. Self-Motivated. Ability to multi-task. Problem solving ability Excellent communication skills. Ability to hire and train new employees. Proficient in Microsoft office.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position manages daily activities of the department and is responsible for the performance management and care of the warehouses.WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving parts and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment can be from moderate to loud.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. This position is very active and requires standing, walking bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds, some of which may be heavy or awkward.USUAL WORKING HOURS
Monday- Friday 8:00 A.M.
- 5:00 P.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent. Two to three years of experience in warehouse management. Working knowledge of inventory control and warehouse procedures.ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Mathematical skills- Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Language skills
- must be able to read, record and speak the English language. Reasoning ability
- must have the ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form. Certifications, Licenses, Registrations
- must be able to obtain an industrial powered forklift certification.