Warehouse Supervisor - Mechanicsville, VA ID-9673

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today.


Job Overview:

Responsible for Supervising the shipping functions of all outgoing products from the warehouse. Leads and controls activities of company warehouse personnel. Front line supervision is an extremely important function for the company, positive interaction with the employees is critical as this ensures getting work out on time, efficiently, and accurately. Ensures shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution are performed in an efficient manner. Takes precautions to protect warehouse contents against loss. Retains and reviews warehouse documents and reports. Conducts Warehouse operations in accordance with established procedures and policies and keeps management informed of Warehouse activities. Completes miscellaneous support functions and supports area personnel as required.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provides direction and proper motivation to leads and line employees to ensure the daily workload is completed in an efficient and cost effective manner.
  • Maintains a positive presence on the floor throughout the shift.
  • Supervises all warehouse functions.
  • Completes appropriate paperwork and reports as required.
  • Provides new hire and follow- up training for all employees.
  • Performs job evaluations and communicates results to employees.
  • Evaluates work performance of personnel regarding promotions, absenteeism, commendations and disciplinary action.
  • Communicates with other members of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished.
  • Maintains a safe, clean work environment. Be knowledgeable of all emergency procedures and regulations regarding fire and other potential emergencies


Job Requirements:

  • Three or more years of progressive related experience
  • Basic knowledge of purchasing and inventory procedures and policies.
  • Understanding of required computer applications.
  • Familiarity with courier and mailing functions.
  • Able to organize, coordinate, and direct team activities.
  • Strong problem solving skills


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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