Distribution General Foreman- 2nd Shift

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Distribution General Foreman is responsible for leading operations activities of picking, loading orders onto trucks, invoicing orders and completing all necessary paperwork. In this role, you will set performance expectations, hold the team accountable to those expectations and be responsible for product safety, employee health and safety, warehouse activities and transportation where applicable.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the day to day warehouse operations including product handling and storage requirements and developing, implementing, administering and evaluating policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with the sales team to ensure proper execution and implementation of all policies procedures with regard to picking, packing, shipping, receiving and inventory management.
• Review, complete and ensure the accuracy of warehouse related documents and shipments and maintains and reports inventory accuracy, aging and order status.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes, policies and procedures of the company and the standards established by regulatory agencies.
• Ensure that all warehouse personnel are trained on all required equipment.
• Responsible for personnel decisions related to hiring, performance and disciplinary actions for your direct reports. You will also spend time completing the same tasks as employees on your team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution environment
• Minimum one year of directly related work experience
• One year of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification or experience driving a forklift
• Previous warehouse management systems experience
• Transportation and logistics experience
• Experience in SAP 

Position Information

 

Position is based in Hazleton, PA.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet