Receiving Shift Lead - Central HubOrganization Name: Buffalo Rock CompanyJob Department: Central Hub - VertiqueReports to: Receiving Supervisor - Central HubWork Schedule: Monday- Friday, Sun-Tues 5a-5p; Wed. 5a-11aJob Type: RegularFLSA Status: Non-Exempt Amount of Travel Required: NoneJob Description Summary/objectiveBuffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Receiving Shift Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the inbound activities of all the replenishment and outside vendors products at the Distribution Center, ensuring accuracy and efficient offloading process. The Shift Lead will ensure the daily inbound schedule is complete and work in conjunction with the transportation team driving our customers’ success. The Receiving Shift Lead will also be responsible for coordinating the operations for Dunnage, recycling and vendor returns.Essential functions·Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position. Position is required
to work all the hours necessary to ensure operations function is fulfilled, including nights,
weekends, holidays. May be required to work varying shifts and /or overtime if needed to meet customer demand.·Lead the receiving team Employee-Partners.oProvide guidance, direction, and support during the execution of the receiving process, including but not limited to, product moves, trailers/equipment/products inspection, accuracy, and troubleshooting.oAssign tasks, set priorities, and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of the operations.·Train new and current EPs in each position according to the established standard operational procedures (SOPs) and work instructions, VIP system and YardView. Ensure that all the team members are up to date with the assigned training program.·Lead and coordinate receiving activities during assigned shifts, ensuring adherence to receiving schedules and efficiency standards.·Ensure accuracy in receiving processes.oVerify product descriptions, general conditions, close date, quantities, and documentation to prevent inventory errors and discrepancies.oAssist in inventory control by overseeing the accurate receiving of products and vendor returns, according to established standard operational procedures.·Update the Dunnage spreadsheet trackers and vendors returns.·Prepare and submit reports on daily operations with detailed information on the results (receiving schedules, on time delayed carriers, pending orders, and total cases received), and any incidents or issues encountered during the shift.·Proactively work with Penske to manage the daily dispatch of inbound loads.·Manage the trailer availability using YardView.·Deliver the loads documentation to Penske or outside carriers.·Must be hands-on with the team completing daily activities including and not limited to offloading, loading, inspections, product identification, product moves, dunnage sort/organization, vendors return, among others.·Coordinate with Shift Lead partners to address operations, resources, and needs to meet the daily goals with efficiency and accuracy.·Coordinate with Advertising and Supply Chain, when receiving cross dock/advertising materials into warehouse.·Proactively identify opportunities to optimize receiving processes, streamline workflows, and enhance efficiency.·Proactively communicate to the management team any findings or trailer issues that may compromise the completion of the receiving schedule.·Ensure all forklift operators complete Infolink pre-trip inspections and leave the forklift properly charging at the end of the shift.·Promote a culture of safety awareness and adherence to safety guidelines. Conduct safety huddles with the team, identify and mitigate potential safety hazards, and enforce safety guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.·Ensure the compliance of the cleaning process, GMPs, and housekeeping standards to maintain cleanliness throughout the Receiving operational areas.·Adhere to the standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions.Make sound decisions and multitask simultaneously without constant supervision.·Required to follow the Good Manufacturing Program GMPs as listed in Code of Federal Regulations CFR 21 section . Requires participation in various Food Safety related training that Buffalo Rock utilizes. Required to report potential issues related to Food Safety.·Perform any other duties and shifts assigned.Other Duties and Responsibilities·Must exhibit a prominent level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance of any off-site function during work hours or after work hours while representing the Buffalo Rock Company.·Responsible for continuous self-improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training, either web-based, in-house, or any other method provided. Must successfully complete assigned training curriculum, in addition to online and/or facilitated training.·Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damage, theft, or other liabilities.·Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of employee- partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property.·Honor and follow through on all business commitments.·Embody Buffalo Rock’s Purpose of “Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people.”·Live Buffalo Rock’s Core Values:oCommitted to serving our communities.oCustomer success drives our success.oIntegrity matters.oObsessed with continuous improvement.oWe care for each other.oWin the day.Competencies·Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.·Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.·Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.·Dependability – Ability to behave consistently and predictably; responsible and dependable in fulfilling all the duties.·Diversity Oriented - Ability to collaborate effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.·Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.·Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.·Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.·Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.·Teamwork – Ability to work with others toward the daily goals, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards.·Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations.Supervisory responsibilitiesLead assigned hourly warehouse EPs and carries out leads responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; aid supervisor addressing and resolving problems.Work environmentWorking conditions will require both inside warehouse needs and outside. Temperature conditions will vary from extreme heat to extreme cold.Physical demandsN (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)Other Physical Requirements·All tasks within the warehouse are physically demanding and labor-intensive. Employees within this role are required to:·Move and stack pallets weighing up to 65 pounds throughout shift.·Ability to stand, walk, bend down, reach and climb up and down stairs throughout shift.·Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth).·Ability to work in a fast-paced and warm environment, especially during summer months.·Sense of Sound - Hearing is required for the total workday.·Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – high visibility shirt or safety vest, slip resistant shoes, mask, eye protection, between others.·Position requires physical presence at the Central Hub.·Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)·Ability to bend under machinery and conveyors to clean, sweep, and mop.Required education and experience·EducationoHigh School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): RequiredoAdditional education or training in warehouse management, distribution center/logistics, or supply chain management: Preferred ·ExperienceoMust have at least one year of previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a warehouse environment with knowledge of receiving procedures, safety regulations, and inventory management: PreferredoMust have at least one year of experience with a warehouse management system application, Yard Management System or similar system functionality, and be able to perform receiving, shipping, and inventory control functions within the system: PreferredoPrior experience working with VIP (Vermont Information Processing) software for warehouse management system: PreferredoMust have at least one year of forklift experience which includes sit down and stand-up forklift: Required·Computer SkillsoMust be proficient in Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.: Required·Other SkillsoStrong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability mentor team members, resolve conflicts, build positive relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, and multitask effectively in a fast-paced setting.oExcellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks interacting with the team members and other departments.oStrong mindfulness and organizational with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to quality and accuracy skills to maintain cleanliness standards and documentation accuracy.Affirmative Action/EEO statementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.Purpose of Job DescriptionThe company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic dutieshave been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee'sability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of allfunctions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may beassigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract ofemployment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasksfortheemployeeto perform,as thecompany maydeemappropriate.I have reviewed this job description, and I can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.Applicant/Employee-Partner______________________________ Date______________________Interviewer/Supervisor___________________________________Date______________________
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