Warehouse Supervisor
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| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Hatfield, Hertfordshire |
| Area | Hertfordshire, England |
| Sector | Commercial - Operations |
| Salary | £25000 - £30000 per annum |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Job Ref | DW072017WS_1500289258 |
- Description
- Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor
Reporting To: Branch Manager, Welham Green
Salary: £25-30K
Hours of Work: Weekly shift
8:00am to 6:00pm - Monday to Friday (early shift)
10am to 8:00pm - Monday to Friday (late shift)
7:00am to 3:00pm - Alternative Saturdays
Location: Welham Green
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
*Oversee the safe order picking, packing and preparation for loading as well as the staging, optimised loading and despatch of goods.
*Oversee the safe unloading, receipt, put-away, replenishment, storage and stock-control of stored goods.
*Ensure that warehouse health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the building and stored goods.
*Plan the arrangement of goods within the area of responsibility and organise special requirements for certain stock; such as for bulky or fragile products.
*Ensure that productivity targets are met and maintain computerised administration and records.
*Manage teams of staff and deal with matters related to recruitment, training and the performance management of staff.
*Ensure safety checks are performed for site plant, material handling equipment, facilities and manual handling processes; as required and as scheduled.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Goods - Out
*Ensure customer orders are released to the warehouse for picking in a timely manner.
*Ensure orders are efficiently picked, packed and prepared for despatch.
*Ensure completed orders are staged and efficiently loaded and secured for departure so as to minimise vehicle turn-around times.
*Perform quality checks on all departing shipments and ensure discrepancies/damages are reported.
Goods - In
*Ensure the efficient and safe unloading of arriving deliveries to the operations.
*Ensure goods are correctly checked in against purchase orders and that quality and quantity are verified.
*Ensure timely uploading into systems and storing of good into designated locations within specified time frames.
*Ensure discrepancies/damages are reported.
Inventory Control
*Ensure product is correctly located in picking and reserve storage locations within the warehouse as well as the yard.
*Ensure a continuing program of cycle counting is in place and operating efficiently such that location quantities and product description match system records.
*Ensure discrepancies/damages are reported.
Production
*Ensure goods reconfiguration/assembly is performed efficiently & safely as and when required to meet planned forecasts as well as customer demand.
*Undertake regular quality checks on finished products as part of quality control.
*Maintain required stock levels and production goods stock levels for designated items.
*Ensure discrepancies/damages are reported.
Plant & Equipment Maintenance
*Undertake daily checks on forklifts, report defects and arrange repairs as required.
*Undertake safety checks on bench saws and maintain good working order.
*Undertake safety checks on tools and ensure they are in good working order
Health & Safety
*Ensure that work area and yard are kept clean and tidy at all times; maintaining safe stacking of materials.
*Initiate prompt treatment by an approved first aider in the event of accidents and incidents and update the accident register once able to do so.
*Ensure the safe control and storage of flammable materials.
*Issue correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to all staff and ensure they are used whenever necessary.
Staff Training & Development
*Plan and deliver staff training when necessary and maintain staff training and performance records.
Staff Management
*Manage staff such that they work efficiently and effectively and in a safe working environment.
*Manage and monitor tea/smoking and lunch time breaks and rota.
*Approve and manage staff holidays (one person per team at any one time).
*Check and approve overtime and maintain document evidence for the same.
Racking Inspection
*Ensure that an inspection is carried out weekly for damage and deterioration.
Site Security
*Be vigilant at ensuring a secure site by challenging visitors to the premises and monitoring the movement of goods carrying vehicles on and off the site. Ensure that camera and other surveillance security systems are in good working order and operation.
Skills and Ability
*Ability to lead and manage staff and relevant work processes.
*Excellent written and interpersonal skills.
*Effective team working and networking skills and the ability to work independently
using own initiative.
*The ability to plan, prioritise and organise own workload.
*Computer skills
*Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organisation
Experience
*At least five years of professional work experience in warehousing/logistics.
*At least three years experience supervising staff in a warehousing environment.
*Experience working with and being directed by management.
*Evidence of continued professional and personal development.
Personal Qualities:
*A professional approach that generates credibility and confidence in others.
*The ability to work in partnership and across boundaries to achieve results.
*Confident and assertive with a self-motivated approach and flexible attitude.
*The ability to overcome obstacles, solve problems and achieve results.
*Ability to cope with pressure and work to tight deadlines.
*A personal commitment to continuous self-development.
*The flexibility to work outside normal office hours to attend meetings and events.
*A personal commitment to developing a culture of continuous improvement and cost saving.
*To respect and work positively with others as well as maintain a workplace that is inclusive.
Other:
*Full Driving Licence
*Literacy and numeracy in English
