Warehouse Supervisor Food Production

Warehouse Supervisor | Up to £36,000 per year | Harlow | Full-time | Permanent Join a leading multinational producer and distributor of rice and grains, originating from India, as a Warehouse Shift Supervisor. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee the smooth operations of our warehouse in Harlow, ensuring safety, efficiency, and team productivity. Key Responsibilities: * Supervise Warehouse Operations: Oversee all day-to-day warehouse activities, ensuring optimal workflow and productivity. * Shift Scheduling: Set shift schedules and daily assignments for the warehouse team to meet operational needs. * Warehouse Management Systems (WMS): Utilize WMS to manage and track warehouse activities efficiently. * Team Training: Organize and lead warehouse training sessions in collaboration with the Warehouse Manager, Health & Safety, and Quality Manager. * Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, maintaining a safe work environment. * Equipment Monitoring: Regularly monitor the condition of warehouse equipment, racking, and facilities, reporting any damages and coordinating with vendors and the Warehouse Manager for repairs or maintenance. * Incident Reporting: Report near-misses, accidents, and damages to equipment or infrastructure to the Warehouse Manager and HSQE Manager, following company procedures. * Health & Safety Regulations: Analyze and implement health, safety, and environmental regulations in conjunction with the Warehouse Manager and HSQE Manager. * Promote Positive Work Environment: Foster a proactive and healthy working environment, motivating and supporting the warehouse team. * Administrative Tasks: Perform administrative duties related to warehouse operations as assigned by the Warehouse Manager. * Process Improvement: Advise on and implement improvements to warehouse procedures and processes. * Supervise Packaging and Shipping: Oversee packaging, receiving, and shipping activities, ensuring accurate and efficient handling of goods. * Operational Support: Assist with receiving, shipping, picking, loading, and unloading tasks as needed to support the team. * Inventory Tracking: Monitor inbound and outbound shipments, track internal stock movements, and perform cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels. * Stock Adjustments: Adjust stock levels in SAP (following training), ensuring accurate data management. * Supplies Management: Order necessary warehouse supplies and equipment in collaboration with the Warehouse Manager. * Collaboration: Work closely with the warehouse front office, production team, quality department, and other departments to ensure smooth operations. * Issue Escalation: Escalate issues to the appropriate managers and recommend potential solutions for any operational challenges. * Policy Compliance: Ensure the warehouse team follows company policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). * Hygiene and Cleanliness: Maintain and enforce high standards of hygiene, waste management, and cleanliness in the warehouse and surrounding areas. * Backup Responsibilities: Serve as backup for other supervisors during shift transfers, holidays, sick leave, or other absences. Qualifications & Skills: * Experience in warehouse operations and team supervision. * Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and SAP (or willingness to learn). * Strong understanding of health and safety regulations, including OSHA. * Excellent communication and leadership skills. * Ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. * Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe working environment. * Experience with stock control and inventory management is a plus Job Types: Full-time, Permanent