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Position Summary: 

The Department Manager is responsible for working closely in overseeing the activities of the facilities including inventory, receiving, display, pick/pack operation and the distribution of a wide variety of materials and supplies. This position will report to the Warehouse Manager. Will assist with overseeing the enforcement of all distribution center procedures and practices. Interacts with department managers and other internal departments by performing the following duties. Also, responsible for adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) that are in effect assuring the quality and quantity of product produced.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Work with supervisors and associates to support overall distribution requirements.
• Responsible for assisting with planning and coordinating all activities of product warehousing and distribution.
• Ensures the receipt of bulk, components, etc. are entered and checked in the system correctly.
• Develop and implement a planned flow of products throughout the facility through delegation of responsibilities and assignment of duties to supervisors.
• Maintain close surveillance of incoming and outgoing shipments through perusal of reports, staff meetings, observations and personal contact.
• Assist with coordinating of material handling, inventory management, and assembling orders. Anticipate needs for personnel, equipment, and space to meet high customer service requirements.
• Ensures timely and efficient assembling of orders for shipping and on-time, undamaged delivery to customers.
• Motivate facility associates to encourage optimum productivity.
• Assists, advises, and expedites procedures to resolve conflicts.
• Maintain ongoing and scheduled associate appraisals, including wage consideration, job postings, and promotions.
• Assist in the preparation of reports for corporate information and prepare recommendations as to procedural improvements and projects.  Act as liaison between Vice President and supervisors and keeps each informed on matters of policy procedure and production performance or problems.
• Participates in interview/selection process to fill supervisor positions.
• Must be aware of and follow warehouse safety procedures. Assure a safe working environment for our associates and recommend necessary training to develop a proficient workforce.
• Maintain professionalism and stay abreast of new developments through contacts with educational institutions, professional organizations, trade shows, publications, and vendors.
• Keeps accurate attendance records; files proper reports (accident, probation, etc…)
• Sets up layout and space management, work organization charts, as well as procedures such as SOP, 5S
• Manages, counsels and coaches associates on a regular basis .
• Daily monitoring of inventories / analyze inventory reports.
• Complies with and administers proper disciplinary action based on company policies and procedures
• Develops warehouse staff through internal-on-job training.
• Supervises the activities of all associates in this facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience & Education Qualifications: 

• 5 Years or more supervisory/management work experience in the industry 
• The most qualified individuals will have a combination of the following skills and abilities:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Energetic, disciplined individual who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Professional interpersonal skills, work ethic and character and be highly committed to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Must have well developed planning, organizational and analytical skills with the ability to effectively multi-task.
• A resourceful team-player who cares about team accomplishments
• Ability to lift, climb, bend 
• Able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts 
• Exposed to various levels of traffic from material handling equipment
• Work environment may be exposed to powders, chemicals and allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish and shellfish)
   

The approximate pay range for this position is $100,000.00 to $115,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.  Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

Requisition ID: 299393 

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