Warehouse Manager

As a longstanding pillar of quality and taste since our inception in 1892, Klosterman has continuously delivered fresh, delicious bread and baked goods to communities across the Midwest. Our commitment to excellence, combined with a passion for crafting products that delight our customers, has fueled our growth and success over the years. At Klosterman, we embrace our company mission: "Bake it safe, make it better, serve it proudly together."

We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our legacy of baking excellence. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic company with a rich history and a bright future, we invite you to explore our available opportunities and become a part of the Klosterman family, where tradition meets innovation in the world of baked goods.

Roles & Responsibilities Of The Warehouse Manager:

Lead all aspects of the Facility’s Warehouse Department including shipping, receiving, and transportation sectors, including team members within the department.

Serve as the primary contact for Purchasing

Drive performance-based culture that embraces improvements in technology and processes within the department.

Embody the core values of The Klosterman Way: Bake it Safe, Make it Better, and Serve it proudly together.

Understanding the managerial role in driving internal and external locus of control

Must be engaged in and monitor all material requisitioning processes.

Take ownership of the accuracy and integrity of inventory counts within the bakery facility.

Confirm accurate product reconciliation, materials, and tray counts throughout the facility.

Support Just-In-Time (JIT) programs

Ensure proper material flow utilizing FIFO methodology.

Must have previous experience that validates being a subject matter expert on enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

Oversee the scheduling and delivery of products to customers

Oversee the timely process of paperwork to the finance team

Ability to maintain and organize paperwork for auditing purposes

Must ensure Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) as well as Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance for all inbound and outbound facility operations.

Set and maintain clean, clear, and organized spaces throughout the warehousing areas

Build and develop a high-performing team in all sectors including shipping, receiving, and transport

Metrics Measured for this Role:

On Time delivery and customer fulfillment of orders from the bakery facility

On Time delivery of materials to the bakery facility from vendors

Vendor Scorecard with HQ Procurement Team

Accuracy of inventory within the bakery facility

SQF Audit Score for bakery facility

Core Competencies for this Role:

Will serve as Powered Industrial truck (PIT) Trainer for bakery facility

Will have a strong understanding of Lean Methodology

Will have an exceptional understanding of FSQA requirements for the facility

Will exhibit computational acumen, including but not limited to proficiency in the below:

Microsoft Office Suite

Warehouse Management System

Will set clear expectations for sectors of the Warehouse Department including shipping, receiving, and transportation.

Will embody sound critical thinking and problem solving skills

Requirements

Preferred Certifications & Education for This Role:

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain and operations management, or related business field.

At least three (3) years’ experience in Warehouse Management or Logistics Management

Six Sigma Green belt and or Black Belt certification

FSQA Certifications (i.e. HACCP, PCQI)

Benefits

Company Benefits:

Medical and Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (Company Paid!)

Upbeat and positive work environment

Advancement Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Permanent