Purpose of the Position

Plan, organize and monitor the receiving, storage and distribution of raw materials received in an efficient manner to satisfy internal and external customer requirements.

Essential Position Responsibilities - This is a Salary Exempt position.

Supervises and coordinates activities. Provides direction to the warehouse concerning all aspects of the receiving process including material testing, scheduling, etc. Ensures raw materials meet company specifications and that all food safety testing and documentation is completed before raw materials are made available to production. Oversees intercompany transfers of raw materials. Communicates in a timely manner any critical inventory shortages and/or failed critical raw material deliveries.

Ensures proper inventory rotation. Maintains inventory of freezer and warehouse under approved limits. Works closely with Production Supervisors to ensure product is used prior to expiration dates to eliminate waste. Oversees the 30 day inspection process of the raw ingredient storage areas to maintain cleanliness, verifies pest control procedures, verifies FIFO, and Control Expiry dates. Delegates inspection of every pallet that is received and ensures storage in the correct location based on MAPs software. Assists with year-end inventory.

Notifies Quality Assurance and Procurement of any deviations for proper disposition. Notifies appropriate personnel of any receiving issues (wrong product shipped, rejected or adulterated ingredients, positive release items, deliveries from unapproved or non-EU compliant suppliers/vendors/factories, etc.). Verifies accuracy of receiving documentation and delivers paperwork to proper entities for processing. Provides support to production as needed to verify location and inventory quantities of raw materials.

Works closely with cross functional teams. Provides support to Procurement by verifying minimum inventory levels to complete weekly production planning as well as the ascertaining cause of any inventory discrepancies. Ensures cycle counting of raw materials is performed and turned into procurement per company policy. Conducts training of all new employees in areas such as safety, SWIs, 5s programs, paperwork, bar codes, etc. Builds strong relationships with vendors.

Performs a variety of tasks. Responsible for the weekly checklists of process improvements and safety hazard identification. Takes care of recycle and fumigation trailers. Keeps waste logs. Completes work order requests needed for repairs. Conducts safety meetings and weekly meetings to discuss production goals. Make sure positions are covered prior to starting operations. Motivates and fosters teamwork and cooperation.

Manages employees. Directs and supervises employees' work activities and monitors work performance. Collaborates with Human Resources to screen, interview and hire candidates. Administers disciplinary actions and recommends performance improvement actions in collaboration with the HR Manager. Monitors work performance and recommends compensation decisions based on guidelines. Follows Simmons values to develop and maintain a favorable working relationship with all employees. Promotes a cooperative and harmonious environment in order to facilitate positive employee morale, productivity, and continued improvement.

Participates as a member of the Team . Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities : Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Communicates with Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail. May present information to small or large groups. Must be able to work in various temperatures. Move about in a manufacturing environment and surrounding property.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net.

Travel: Occasionally for training purposes.

Technical Experience: Must be able to obtain company-issued forklift certification. Willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction required. Must be able to read and write English. Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource management, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Must be familiar with computers and be proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Industry Experience: Preferred experience within a food processing organization

Minimum Education : Bachelor's Degree or 4 years related work experience with a minimum of 1 year experience in a leading role included in the 4 years related work experience

Preferred Education: N/A