Warehouse Manager at Morrisette Paper Company Inc – West Columbia, South Carolina

Our culture is rooted in the values that define who we are and guide how we work every day. At Morrisette, we believe people over profit guides everything we do. The people who work for Morrisette, along with the partners and customers we serve, understand the importance of the values that shape our brand and our future. We Believe in Family, We Are Always Curious, We Lead by Serving, We Remain True to Our Word, and We Prioritize Stewardship.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for and oversees all daily operations and functions of the warehouse. The person in this position also manages all warehouse associates and delivery drivers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all warehouse personnel
• Hire and train new warehouse personnel (in coordination with human resources), as appropriate
• Test and certify new employees on forklifts and order pickers
• Conduct annual employee performance reviews and request pay increases, as appropriate
• Ensure all OSHA, DOT, EPA, insurance rules, fire codes and company policies & procedures are followed
• Establish and maintain a relationship with freight line representatives and warehouse managers at other MPC branches
• Oversee proper maintenance of warehouse and equipment, including but not limited to trucks, tractors, trailers and material handling equipment
• Cycle count inventory and attempt to locate missing or misplaced inventory items
• Advise purchasing agents of problems with vendors in receiving, and quality/condition of product coming into warehouse
• Print delivery tickets for drivers
• Assist with year-end inventory
• Oversee cleanliness of warehouse
• Complete fuel reports on a quarterly basis
• Provide backup coverage during absences and when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and monitor and enforce subordinates use of required PPE
• Check all fire extinguishers monthly
• Ensure all exits are not blocked, and all areas marked “keep clear” remain clear
• Continually look for ways to improve the operation of the warehouse
• Report any vehicle or workers compensation accidents that occur in the warehouse or on truck routes to human resources department in a timely manner
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Skills & Abilities

• Extremely safety conscious
• Highly detailed and accurate, with excellent organizational skills
• Make quick, competent decisions while always considering what is in the best interest of the company
• Have knowledge of and the ability to enter and edit orders in system
• Function effectively under tight time constraints, consistently meet strict deadlines, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment
• Represent the company in a professional manner and build professional relationships with employees at all levels of the organization
• Operate multiple pieces of material handling equipment and drive a tractor trailer
• Lift and carry up to one hundred (100) pounds
• Work in variable temperature work environments (i.e. unairconditioned/unheated warehouse and environments of customers facilities)
• Hard working and extremely reliable
• Goal oriented self-starter, takes initiative and acts appropriately in various circumstances without direction
• Proficient in operating a computer, conducting internet research and learning new software applications

Education & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• College degree preferred, but not required
• Prior management or supervisory experience preferred