Night Warehouse Manager at US Foods

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

US Foods Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, Logistics, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred
  • A minimum of five years experience in warehouse supervision required
  • Able to interpret financial and operational data
  • Basic computer skills
  • Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HACCP and other regulatory requirements
  • Strong leadership, communication and people development skills
  • Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures
  • Physical ability to: sit occasionally; stand frequent/constant; walk frequently; drive occasionally; lift/carry 1-50 lbs occasionally (never 50+ lbs); push/pull occasionally; climb/balance occasionally; stoop/squat/kneel/bend occasionally; reach above shoulder occasionally; grasp/manipulate/twist occasionally

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the safe, accurate and timely selection and loading of all outbound product
  • Ensures security of the entire facility during the night
  • Strives to make the night warehouse operate in a profitable and safe manner
  • Develop Night Warehouse Supervisors through training on policy & procedures, education by assisting in problem resolution, and leading by example
  • Create a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directing workforce to ensure efficient workflow
  • Handle interview, hiring, review, discipline and termination process for night warehouse personnel
  • Develop operation plan for daily loads, communicate plan with supervisors and lead personnel, and ensure trucks are completed within timelines
  • Create load plans for individual trucks to ensure weight restrictions are met and special customer requests are accommodated
  • Monitor operational data including inventory losses, production goals and safety reports; identify problems, determine causes and recommend changes to Director/VP of Operations for zero-error benchmark on accuracy and customer satisfaction
  • Oversee maintenance of the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment in compliance with OSHA requirements
  • In Union facilities, assist in interpreting provisions of the collective bargaining agreement

Skills

Warehouse Management
Team Leadership
Inventory Control
Load Planning
OSHA Compliance
Employee Training
Hiring
Performance Reviews
Safety Protocols
Union Relations

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters
1853Year Founded
$340.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.
$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.
Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.
The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.
US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.
Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.
Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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