Assistant Warehouse Manager KanPak Penn Yan, NY

Location: Penn Yan, NY, United States

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KanPak, a Golden State Foods company, is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of beverage, yogurt, and dessert solutions. Aseptic technology is core to many of our products, allowing them to ship and store without refrigeration for up to 12 months.

From coffee beverages and creamers to yogurt, frozen desserts, and specialty beverages, KanPak delivers innovative solutions supported by stateoftheart manufacturing and exceptional customer service.

ABOUT KANPAK

KanPak is your ultimate resource for beverages and desserts. From juices to coffee drinks to delicious, blended ice cream treats, we'll help you create the perfect product. Innovation, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, superior customer service and the highest quality ingredients are all part of the mix.

ABOUT THE ROLE

KanPak is seeking a Warehouse Assistant Manager to lead daily warehouse and shipping operations while maintaining the highest standards for safety, quality, inventory control, and team performance. This role plays a critical part in supporting production, meeting customer requirements, and driving continuous improvement across warehouse operations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Responsibilities Related to the Job:

Coordinate GSF Quality activities and operations to meet objectives for quality, food safety, regulatory compliance, cost, safety, and customer satisfaction at KanPak.

Participate in formulating and administering division's short- and long-range goals and objectives for business growth.

Lead and coordinate daily warehouse and shipping operations to ensure customer orders are received, scheduled, produced, and loaded accurately, on time, and at the lowest possible cost.

Schedule shifts and assign tasks based on workload and staffing needs.

Monitor employee attendance and punctuality; address issues promptly and fairly in accordance with company policies.

Communicate effectively with Production and Quality teams regarding quality, inventory, or production issues.

Coordinate load out schedules with internal distribution teams and external carriers to support on time shipments and receiving.

Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized work environment in compliance with company policies and all state and federal regulations.

Ensure full adherence to quality assurance standards, including good housekeeping and overall cleanliness of products and work areas.

Monitor cooler inventory daily to ensure proper rotation, coding accuracy, and full traceability.

Ensure all inventory transactions-including shipments, donations, losses, and damages-are recorded accurately and timely.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)

Associate's degree or equivalent experience warehouse mgmt. experience (required)

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing environments

Minimum of five (5) years of experience of managing people in a warehouse environment

Ability to complete OSHA 10 certification within 30 days of employment

Specialized training or certification in Warehouse Supervision or Operations

Experience working in food manufacturing or aseptic processing environments

Strong oral and written communication skills

Proven leadership, coaching, and team development abilities

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Demonstrated ability to collaborate as part of a leadership team

Working knowledge of inventory management, warehouse operations, and safety standards

Experience fostering an employee focused culture centered on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

THE SCHEDULE & SETTING

Shift: Days (Sun-Thurs) 12 hr shifts

Work performed in a warehouse environment with material handling, forklift operation, and frequent physical activity

Days: Run 24/7

Work Environment:

Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 50 lbs

PAY & BENEFITS

Pay Range: $75,000/yr - $90,000/yr

Other Compensation: May include overtime and shift premiums depending on schedule

Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, FSA, EAP, and voluntary insurance options

Retirement Benefits: 401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, sick time, and paid company holidays in accordance with policy and laws

WHY JOIN US

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.

Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:

People First: At Golden State Foods, we are a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated and your ambitions are nurtured.

Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, fostering innovation, integrity, and excellence.

People Development: We invest in developing our people to prepare us all for the future.

Philanthropy & Sustainability: We support charitable and sustainability initiatives across the globe.

Extensive Benefits: We take a holistic approach to wellness, supporting the whole person.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

KanPak, LLC encourages diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Applicants only; No Recruiters please.

KanPak, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

KanPak will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities

WHY JOIN US

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.

Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:

• People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
• Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.

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