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Mastronardi Produce Limited

Inventory Supervisor (B2)

Mastronardi Produce Limited, Livonia, Michigan, us, 48153


Primary Function:The essential function of this position is the supervision of all inventory staff on shift by team. The inventory teamwill consist of Hi-lo drivers, lumpers, reach truck operators and rider jack operators. Primary areas of focus are;on time shipping of orders, maintaining production inputs, product utilization and ensuring warehouse proceduresare followed.Values:To perform the job successfully, the incumbent's behavior must be consistent with the PRIDE values expected ofall Mastronardi Produce employees: be Passionate; have Respect; be Innovative; be Driven and strive forExcellence.Primary Responsibilities:•Supervise inventory teams, managing manpower and processes to meet the objectives of the business.•Ongoing / constant monitoring of employee compliance and performance, identifying best practices andworkarounds being used. Addressing both accordingly.•Monitor and flex staff using system tools to meet internal demand changes.•Support the production team through timely delivery of properly allocated product at least 30 minutes priorto the scheduled run time.•Hit target outbound schedules (ready times) by managing staff and prioritizing workloads while followingestablished picking process controls and thorough investigation of the missing report.•Monitor WMS exceptions and compliance to identify issues and correct / coach operators' compliance tosuccess.•Monitor picking accuracy and work to improve results through training and follow up with team members.•Liaise with quality, receiving, production, CIC's, scheduling and shipping regarding quality issues,alternate allocation requests, or requests for deviations to a customer specification.•Monitor the use of all material handling equipment to ensure that it is used safely and properly.•Ensure that all company policies are being followed by the team, including adherence to all GMP andFood Safety related policies.•Ensure work station and inventory area is maintained and organized to be audit ready.•Conduct daily huddle meetings with the team to discuss goals, bottlenecks and productivity expectationsand metrics.•Lead and develop your direct reports through coaching and mentoring to set objectives for team membersincluding any necessary corrective actions and progressive discipline.•Continually look for ways to improve current processes to gain greater efficiencies and reduce operationalcosts.•Provide Management reports as required daily, weekly and monthly.Thursday - Saturday alternating Wednesday 6 pm - 6 am Education/Background Requirements:•At least three years' experience in warehouse operations.•Prior supervisory experience preferred.Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required•High level of discipline and determination to adhere to process.•Must have the ability to effectively follow-up with personnel and handle multiple ongoing projects.•Excellent math skills.•Proficient with MS Office.•Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.•Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Need to be creative, adaptable and able toaccurately work with a sense of urgency.•Must be a self-starter and willing to work flexible hours.•Hilo (reach truck, Forklift and pallet Jack) certified Preferred.Working Conditions:•Environment includes an expansive refrigerated warehouse, where the temperature averages 50degrees. The background noise approaches 70 dcbs.•Capable of frequently lifting 20 lbs.