Shipping (Warehouse) Manager

West Liberty Plant
207 W 2nd St
West Liberty, IA 52776, USA
West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. We are The Surprisingly Big Company, and we're right in your backyard.
Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team environment!
We are currently hiring for: Job Title: Shipping Manager Job Summary: The Shipping Manager is responsible for leading the shipping, receiving, and dry storage teams. This includes oversight of all warehouse, receiving, transportation, inventory and materials management functions to ensure the control of finished product and raw inventory and the timely fulfillment and delivery of customer products.
Job Responsibilities: Managing the daily shipping and receiving operations at the facility.Manage accurate movement of raw, cooked, and packaging materials and inventory control including weekly cycle counts on and off the dock.Manage the plant inventory.Manage pallet program with in the facility for all departments.Maintain safety training as directed by safety department.Control carriers and product movement coming in and out of the facility for all inbound and outbound loads.Communicate daily with other departments and other facilities as needed.Other duties as assigned.Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent is preferred.Minimum of 3 years of related experience is preferred.Previous experience working on a shipping or warehouse dock is ideal.Previous manufacturing in the meat industry a plus.Previous Supervisory experience in a warehouse environment.Inventory control and product movement experience is necessary.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to lead a team of resourceful and skilled team members.Must be able to work independently without constant supervision.Must be able to problem solve.Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.Basic computer skills including Google Suite.Knowledge of a timekeeping system.Ability to lead, motivate and develop others.Coaching and performance management experience a plus.Must be able to work extended hours and weekends if needed.Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test and background screen.West Liberty Foods/Liberty Cold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

#J-18808-Ljbffr