Warehouse Coordinator
Description:
Warehouse Coordinator
Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the chilly southern coast of Scandinavia. From our early success in Sweden and Denmark, we've grown into the world's leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people all across the globe.
We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it's not just food - we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.
Everything we do is about Making Better Happen™.
AAK LOCATION
465 Hillside Ave.
Hillside, NJ 07025
About the role
The WarehouseCoordinator is focused on monitoring warehouse inventory as well assupervise warehouse staff to ensure that products are stored and shipped out inan accurate, efficient manner. Previous warehouse or logistics experience isrequired.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee all warehouse operations - shipping, receiving, packaging & replenishment.
Assign team members for daily railcar loading & site sanitation priorities.
Supervise and direct warehouse staff; put worker safety as a top priority
Track and account for all incoming and outgoing products
Confirm proper and timely delivery of products
Perform various inventory counts; order supplies and goods as needed
Supervise all forklift operations in the warehouse.
Maintain warehouse and machinery, ensuring equipment is serviced when needed and a clean and tidy workspace is always kept.
Maintain shipping documentation, manifests, and receipts; enter relevant data in reports as needed
Ensure that shipment materials match packing lists before dispatching orders
Assist in the hiring and training process of new warehouse staff
Ensure proper transport, packaging, and placement of products
Motivate and lead warehouse staff to effectively carry out given tasks
Abide by and enforce facility rules and state laws and regulations
Improve warehouse work processes through strategic planning in order to create a more efficient fulfillment system
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of the organization
Discover new trends and innovations in the fields of warehousing and storage programs
About you
Previous experience in a warehouse position
Knowledge of inventory and supply chain management
Forklift certification and/or ability to successfully complete forklift training and operate machinery safely according to company protocol
Proficiency in computer systems, including Microsoft Suite and data entry systems
Physical stamina, able to work long hours on one's feet and lift 50+ pounds
Excellent organization and efficient time-management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of theorganization
In return AAK offer
Health and welfare insurance benefits effective on date ofhire including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
After 90 days of employment, you will be eligible to contributeto the 401(k) Plan with up to a 4 % AAK matching contribution. Matchingcontribution is immediately vested.
Vacation, holiday and sick paid time off
About AAKEverything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK's offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our production assets, and a deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate & Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and with the support of more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.
AAK prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment.