Receiving | Warehouse Lead

To oversee and manage all aspects of receiving materials, warehouse storage, and issuing to production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Receive in house or at the warehouse, all incoming bulk flour, ingredients, packaging, bakery supplies and equipment.

Maintain GMP and HACCP standards by checking and or rejecting loads (if necessary) based on the following:

  • · Condition of the carriers’ truck
  • · Condition of actual incoming load.
  • · Material meets company specification and the quantity matches on the invoice and P.O.
  • · Truck inspections to be entered into Safety Chain
  • · Maintain Receiving Log and fill out all necessary paperwork for inbound and outbound trucks.

Maintain proper storage and rotation of inventory by properly dating incoming items and using them on a FIFO basis.

Enter all transactions into PRIMS.

Take an accurate inventory of all ingredients and wrapping materials on a weekly basis.

Investigate inventory variances to determine root cause. Advise and implement corrective actions

Monitor par levels and advise if adjustments need to be made.

Ensure all trucks are loaded properly with the proper count and prepare bill of lading or receipt, which will be signed off by the driver.

Requisition wrapping materials and ingredients on a daily basis in accordance with the production order.

Schedule and confirm delivery appointments.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

· Maintain housekeeping of all storage areas and warehouse.

· Assist in special projects when use of the Forklift is essential.

· Review packaging and ingredient requirements and provide Purchase Requisitions to Purchasing

· Comply with company GMP policies and guidelines

· Other duties assigned by Management.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Valid Drivers License

· Forklift Operation

· Must be able to stand, walk and lift up to 50 pounds.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:

  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
  • Technical Skills - Shares expertise with others.
  • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; participates in meetings.
  • Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; recognizes accomplishments of other team members.
  • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively.
  • Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically.
  • Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.
  • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
  • Dependability - Follows instructions; responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
  • Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; asks for and offers help when needed.
  • Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; makes timely decisions.
  • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
  • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.
  • Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Company Description
Damascus Bakeries, home to the Original Pita, serves delicious satisfaction through our line of artisanal flat breads. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Damascus has been pleasing customers for 84 years. With grandsons Ed and Dave Mafoud at the helm, old-world traditions and new-world technology pr ... see more
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