Distribution Supervisor

Company Overview

Hostess Brands, LLC, is a large packaged foods company focused on manufacturing, distributing, and selling iconic, sweet baked goods in the United States such as Twinkies, Cupcakes, Ding Dongs, Ho Hos, Donettes and Fruit Pies, in addition to Voortman's Cookies and Wafers.

Job Overview

Weekend Night Shift: Saturday-Monday 5pm-5am

The Distribution Supervisor will be responsible to manage and follow-up on product and processes to ensure compliance to operating standards. This person will direct the work force on the proper procedures while maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and corporate standards.  

Responsibilities

• To follow-up on implementation of company standards for products and processes during shift responsibilities
• Supervise the entire distribution operation, shifts, lines and or other related functions
• Assist in staffing and training of distribution line crew
• Assist in scheduling of distribution personnel
• Assist in maintaining the standard formulas and distribution operating procedures
• Ensure a safe operation, complying with the corporate accident prevention program, and following safe work practices.
• Assist with required safety meetings with shift employees
• Comply with all labor contracts.
• Make sure that all equipment is maintained and operated according to GMP practices
• Cooperate with engineering and sanitation departments in required maintenance of equipment and facilities
• Complete and maintain all company standard process & compliance records
• Ensure that quality product is consistently provided to Sales and coordinate with the transportation department to ensure “On Time” delivery of products.

Qualifications

• Three or more years supervisory experience in a warehouse or a distribution center preferred. Consumer Product Goods experience a plus but not required. 
• Ability to learn how to effectively use and operate computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word and SAP.
• Requires high school diploma, or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree with a emphasis in Management highly preferred and would be helpful for upward promotional movement.

Working Conditions:

• Warehouse Environment

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, bend, reach, push, pull, twist, crawl, climb stairs/ladders, and be able to lift to a maximum of 50 pounds.