Warehouse Supervisor

at  GoalZero

At Goal Zero, an NRG owned company; our mission is to empower people with a bright, safe, connected, and sustainable future by delivering smart, portable power solutions designed for everyone, everywhere. As the market leader in portable solar power, Goal Zero solar panels, power stations, and accessories give a new breed of consumers and outdoor enthusiasts the power to go farther, regardless of their gear’s battery life. We invite you to join our adventure.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Warehouse Supervisor, under the supervision of the Director of Warehouse, provides the day-to-day oversight of the division’s warehouse operations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 3-5+ years’ experience in warehouse management
• 3-5+ years’ experience leading successful, productive teams
• High school diploma or GED
• Intermediate computer skills and able to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Ability to manage projects and resources
• Must be able to communicate in English effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license required
• Familiar with material handling equipment (forklift, double jacks, hand trucks, etc)
• Weekend hours may occasionally be required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be organized and able to coordinate a large volume of requests
• Proactive mindset
• Must be able to work independently
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and ability to demonstrate consistent and effective leadership behaviors
• Capable of making good judgments/decisions.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a team
• Positive attitude and a team player
• Ability to build positive relationships with customers, both internal and external
• Willlingness and ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization
• Safety mindset and acceptance of a safety culture
• Related experience may be substituted for education

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds frequently
• Frequently performs tasks requiring bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching
• Must be able to drive and operate material handling equipment (forklifts, double jacks, hand trucks)
• Must be able to wear required personal protecitve equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, masks, respirators, reflective safety vests, gloves and safety toe construction-grade work boots
• Must be able to adhere to long periods of standing, walking or sitting
• Ability to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds to operate phones or other equipment safely.
• Able to see and focus with natural or corrected vision, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception
• Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to others
• Ability to enter text or data into a computer by means of a traditional keyboard or 10-key numeric keypad
• Must be able to use arms and hands to reach overhead, signal, grab, hold, lift, turn, push and pull objects and tools

• Administers and operates the organization’s warehouses, including processing, packaging and storage of supplies, materials and equipment
• Oversees receipt, storage and shipment of materials, and related reporting in accordance with established procedures
• Accounts for all materials and supplies in the facility; audits goods received into warehouse
• Prepares and coordinates schedules for shipping and receiving materials to control the flow of goods and regulate warehouse space
• Ensures the effectiveness of operating procedures, space utilization, and maintenance and protection of facilities and equipment
• Ensure that all employees comply with safety standards and team members are always safety conscious
• Ensures that employees attend all required training
• Continually searches for ways to improve results and effectiveness.
• Provides regular performance updates and recommendation to senior management
• Provides ongoing supervision, training, coaching and feedback to improve performance and meet objectives of all assigned areas to ensure optimal performance.
• Provides leadership to designated teams through effective objective setting, delegation, and communication based on direction from senior management.
• Addresses issues of concern related to performance providing constructive and ongoing feedback and consequences if performance remains below standards.
• Follows all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to safety
• Other duties as assigned