Distribution Center Supervisor Jobs in Kansas

Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor Company: Schwan's Global Supply Chain, Inc. Location: Salina, KS Description: DESCRIPTIONCurrently, Schwan's Global Supply Chain, Inc. (Schwan’s), a subsidiary of The Schwan Food Company, is expanding our Distribution department. If you’re a professional with interests in finished, tagged and raw material product storage, handling and inventories on assigned shifts, take a look at career opportunities at Schwan’s.At Schwan’s, you’ll get a competitive pay and benefits package. If you’re interested in joining a global, privately owned company on the move, this is your opportunity. To find out more and to apply for these opportunities at Schwan’s, visit our website at: www.schwansjobs.com.REQUIREMENTSSupervises leads and employees for finished, raw material and product storage, handling, and inventory operations on shift.Observes lead performance and trains lead in proper procedures, standards, handling of employees and equipment.Observes employee performance and follows up with lead to correct problems.Attends meetings and keeps self and crew informed of changes in policy, procedure goals and problems.Provides an atmosphere and climate of positive human relations, including fair and equal treatment of individuals, listening skills, etc.Enforces safety guidelines and rules, GMPS, HACCP checks, food safety requirements and all company policies within his/her area.Monitors maintenance of shipping /receiving docks.Responsible receipts and measurement of bulk flours (Silo 1-5) during shifts to coordinate flow to maximize FIFO, and collaborate with Inventory Control Supervisor, purchasing and supplier on any necessary changes relative to these responsibilities.Responsible for transportation arrangement for tomato pastes between cold storage facility and unloading dock. Inventory in transit, cold storage, and in house. Any related activities as needed in the absence of Inventory Control Supervisor.Responsible for inventory control of raw materials and packaging materials. Accurate cycle counting records and 98.5% attainment. Any related functions to Assist Production, Purchasing, or Scheduling.Responsible for distribution of raw materials between sister facilities and various vendors.Responsible for coordinating incoming raw materials from point of arrival until consumed in production. Ensure that all loads of raw materials are stored in accordance with all temperature requirements and unloaded in a timely fashion. Commensurate with production and carriers.Be cognizant of bill of materials and coordinate any necessary adjustments as it relates to inventory or usages.Responsible for management of all incoming Hold and Test loads (raw materials). Notification of appropriate parties, accountable for all records mandated by HACCP and any additional activity pertinent to the regulation thereof.Responsible for production control and maintenance of proper inventory levels to afford production continuity.Coordinates with Shipping, Production, Bakery and Packaging supervision to guarantee an efficient flow of materials to and from there respective areas.Responsible for order picking and truck loading/unloading, ensuring trucks are properly loaded/unloaded and all cases of product are accounted for.Collaborate with Shipping on storage of frozen raw materials and all other related functions.Coordinates truck loading/unloading.Maintains accurate stock rotation, first in, first out.Reviews inventory. Insures that product is in storage.Alerts appropriate personnel of shortages in inventory.Reports monthly, quarterly and annual inventories, including accountability for it.Insures proper training of employees on the IM's used for movement of products.Responsible for house keeping of the shipping/receiving docks, receiving offices, coolers, warehouses and main freezer.QUALIFICATIONSEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent.Years of related experience: Five to seven years related experience.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: General knowledge of Purchasing, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Inventory Record Accuracy, Cycle Counting Procedures, Inventory Control Procedures, Food Safety Requirements, Warehousing and distribution. Knowledgeable of Bills of material and Auditing Control Functions. Good math and communication skills. Good working maintenance knowledge of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in order to detect maintenance problems. Good working knowledge of truck loading operation, yard operations, and reefer unit type trailers. Able to operate yard tractor while pulling empty and loaded trailers. Computer literate, able to learn distribution/transportation software systems, have in-depth knowledge of Systems Applications Products (SAP) and have a working knowledge of word processing. Able and willing to travel. Assist IS with report changes, SAP authorizations and system outages. Assist production in clearing Storage locations. Resolve inventory discrepancies. Assist accounting/purchasing with invoice/ Bill of Lading discrepancies. Lead or Supervisor experience. Warehouse experience. Willing to obtain forklift license within the probationary period. Good work record. Effective supervisory skills. Willing to take an APT or other management skills test.Let us tell you about The Schwan Food Company. We are the largest, branded frozen-food company in the United States. Schwan's® offers home delivery to customers throughout the 48 contiguous United States as well as operating with a large presence in the foodservice channel and high visibility in the retail frozen food aisle. The company has 19 brands including Tony's®, Red Baron®, Freschetta®, Edwards®, Mrs. Smith's and the Schwan's® brand.Candidates are required to fill out an Employee Profile and Application in its entiretyFor Immediate Consideration, click on the APPLY NOW tabsSchwan’s is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor Company: Location: Kansas City, KS Description: Warehouse Supervisor needed. Candidate will be responsible for supervising, scheduling, directing, and motivating the warehouse, service and office personnel. Duties also include accurate inventory management; warehouse operations; maintenance and upkeep of facility and fleet.

Job Title: Distribution Supervisor Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific Location: Lenexa, KS Description: The Distribution Supervisor oversees the day–to–day distribution operations, which includes support to meet customer needs by completing product shipments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and monitoring and improving operational performance. The Distribution Supervisor will assist distribution management in the development and implementation of new distribution practices, processes and technologies to improve quality and efficiency; responsible for maintaining a safe work environment ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -   Staff Hiring – Complete interviews for open positions and make recommendations for staff replacement and additions.-   Staff Training – Provide orientation, coaching, and training on department processes and systems. -   Staff Motivation – Create a team environment through motivation and positive feedback, counseling and corrective action as necessary up to and including dismissal for nonqualified or nonproductive employees (with HR assistance). -   Responsible for the daily maintenance of the ERP database as it relates to distribution responsibilities, i.e., order maintenance, inventory maintenance (outdates and cycle counting), and product backorders. -   Inbound Receiving Process and Operations – Assure the integrity of the received materials, and maintain proper operations of established procedures (i.e., proper rotation of stock utilizing FIFO)-   Outbound shipping processes and operations – Shipping of products in a timely, customer centric and cost-effective manner. Knowledge of LTL, UPS, FedEx, Truckload and other major and local transportation partners. As required, assists in the negotiation the best possible rates to meet company standards for customer satisfaction and freight cost control. -   Manage daily distribution operations including, but not limited to, pick/pack process operations, routing and staging of customer orders, manifesting, and end of day closeout.-   Communicate effectively with other company departments to achieve distribution operational goals, i.e., Lines/FTE, Orders/FTE, claims reduction/elimination. -   Ability to work well under pressure and without direct daily supervision while meeting order delivery deadlines to meet customer’s requirements.-    Assist with the returned goods processes. -   Perform Inventory Management (IM) ensuring the integrity of the physical inventory by researching discrepancies related to delivery documents versus actual product received weekly cycle count process, QC discards, customer returns, product breakage and the completion of wall-to-wall inventory counts as necessary. -   Communicate with CDC or appropriate departments when (Stock Replenishment Orders) STO errors are found to ensure the integrity of total company inventory. -   Facility maintenance – Implement and maintain preventive maintenance programs for cooler units, plumbing, lighting, fixtures, and telecommunications, and network hardware, HVAC units and fixed systems such as fire extinguishers. -   Equipment maintenance – Assist in implementing and maintaining preventive maintenance programs for fork lifts, power jacks, and chest freezers for ice storage. -   Document Maintenance – Ensure that all SOP and local Operations documentation is up to date for self and employees.  -   Maintain neat and orderly work/storage areas to facilitate and expedite the flow of work, and permit maximum employee safety, efficiency and morale. -   Perform QC/QS inspections independently, or at the request of QA/RA, to include checking fill levels, quality, quantity, breakage, loose caps, leaking, and excessive moisture as directed. -   Comply with all Local, State and Federal regulations regarding employees.-   Comply with safety regulations and report any actual or potential safety hazards.-   Hold regular safety meetings with the staff to create a safe work atmosphere and promote safe actions, while minimizing/eliminating injuries. -   Comply with regulations of the Food and Drug Administration as communicated by quality systems.-   Evaluate job performance of employees through performance reviews making appropriate recommendations for improvement in productivity and efficiency. Emergency and after hours contact for local law enforcement, fire department, and Thermo Fisher Scientific upper management.    -   The Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007  mandates 100% screening of cargo at the piece level, originating in the U.S> and transported on  passenger aircraft, by August 2010. As a result Thermo Fisher Scientific has opted to become a self screening facility Certified Cargo Screening Facility (CCSF). Part of  the screening facility assessments are Security Threat Assessments (STA) qualifications that must be adhered to. Potential new candidates must be able to successfully complete the STD certification. SKILLS, ABILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS: -   Leadership in core values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement. -   Management, analytical and resolution skills.-   Strong communication skills. -   Customer focused and driven.  -   Knowledge of MRP SYSTEMS, Microsoft Windows, Office Suite, Excel or related systems.-   Bachelors degree with 2–4 years of equivalent experience in related field or Associate Degree and a minimum of 5-6 years of equivalent experience in a related field.-   Business management, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Transportation Management, Distribution logistics, or equivalent work related experience. Distribution logistics, warehousing or equivalent work related experience.-   Warehouse – with and without air condition, cooler with temps at 40 to 45F, bending, standing, and working on concrete 10 up to 12 hours per day-   Familiar with a variety of shipping, warehousing systems/software, which would include shipping, receiving, inventory, warehousing.-   Successful completion of Security Threat Assessment is mandatory

Job Title: Supervisor, Warehouse (Blue Springs, MO) Company: Location: Kansas City, KS Description: Comcast Cable West Division Business OperationsSupervise all activities of the cable parts and converter prep warehouse. Maintain the efficient flow of converters, modems, and materials both in and out of the warehouse to various locations and contractors, provide high levels of inventory accuracy, and efficiently manage the workforce to optimize daily output.� Effectively manage the flow of the cable parts inventory using a computerized warehouse management system (CIFA system).� Manage the min/max inventory system and requisition all replenishment parts to division purchasing.� Manage the weekly parts cycle counting to maintain high levels of inventory accuracy.� Supervise the monthly cycle counting of converters, modems and wireless accessories to maintain high levels of inventory accuracy.� Plan and efficiently execute the annual physical inventory of all parts in the warehouse.� Supervise the utilization of workforce in both the converter prep room and parts warehouse to optimize the productivity and service level of the warehouse.� Maintain proper inventory procedures and timely transactions are being performed by workforce.� Store all materials and equipment in an organized manner.� Handle employee relations, counseling and training. Develop employees for future growth.� Monitor employee production and assign job tasks.� Handle all shipping/receiving functions (i.e. proper packing, preparing packing lists, contact shipping companies, receiving deliveries, proper routing of packing slips and accurate intake of material).� Security of Warehouses. Taking appropriate action when material theft is suspected.� Supervise the issuing of equipment and materials to authorized personnel upon receipt of proper forms.� This position will also assist the regional facilities team in coordinating facilities maintenance and repairs to ensure our buildings provide a safe, positive, and professional image of Comcast.� Provide courteous, helpful assistance to all departments, levels of management and vendors.� Ensure all policies and procedures are being followed within corporate and OSHA guidelines.� Perform other duties as assigned.� Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance. Required Skills: � High School Diploma or equivalent.� Minimum of 2 years CATV warehouse, warehouse, manufacturing operations management experience.� Knowledge of the operation of a computerized warehouse management system; CIFA and CSG experience a plus.� Basic knowledge of Windows based software and working knowledge of Excel.� Ability to remain calm and courteous when interacting with employees and external customers as well as vendors.� Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic.� Good verbal and written communication skills.� Ability to work harmoniously with other employees at various organizational levels.� Ability to operate a Comcast vehicle.� Ability to operate a fork lift, pallet jack and hand truck.� Ability to work year round in all weather.� Ability to lift 70 plus pounds.� Ability to operate a PC.� Ability to troubleshoot digital converters and modems.� Plan, prioritize and organize work with appropriate timeliness and interpret and follow instructions/specifications.INTERNAL APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:� Achieves or Highly Achieves rating on last performance evaluation� No written or final warnings within six months of application for this position� No excessive attendance problems

Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor (Wichita, KS) Company: Directv, Inc. Location: Wichita, KS Description: DIRECTV Home Services is currently seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to join itsWichita, KSteam.The Warehouse Manager oversees the the responsibilities within thewarehouse which receive, store, track and distribute material, tools and equipment usually within a single location by performing the following duties:Supervises warehouse staff.Reviews bills of lading for incoming merchandise and Technician orders in order to plan work activities.Verifies incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of merchandise, and keeping of warehouse inventory.Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code. Marks materials with identifying information..Review technician schedules to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed .Fills requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to technicians.Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.Uses computer to enter records into database.Other duties and projects as assigned.