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Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum (DOE)

We are proud to be working a with a leading Food Manufacturer in the Chelmsford area, where an excellent opportunity has arisen for a Warehouse and Logistics Supervisor.

This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and hygienic storage and movement of stock within the Warehouse and Yard. The successful candidate will lead a team committed to delivering high-quality service.

Working Hours and Benefits:

Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (30-minute unpaid break)

One Saturday per month, typically the last Saturday, paid at an overtime rate

Key Responsibilities of the Warehouse Supervisor:

Oversee accurate picking and loading of products and ensure data is entered correctly into the stock system

Supervise safe loading and unloading of vehicles in line with transport regulations

Manage goods-in processes, including recording of pallets and returned items in the system

Ensure vehicles are checked, cleaned, and maintained upon return to site

Maintain Health and Safety standards; perform regular racking inspections and enforce safe equipment operation

Support stock counts and maintain records for raw materials and finished goods

Prepare and manage delivery documentation

Report any shortages to the sales team or customers ahead of scheduled deliveries

Collaborate with the Materials Controller to coordinate movements of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods

Manage a cross-functional team, handling performance, training, attendance, recruitment, and disciplinary processes

Supervise packing teams during the absence of the Packing and Planning Supervisor

The Ideal Warehouse Supervisor:

Minimum 2 years in a supervisory role

Experience in Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain (ideally within a Food Manufacturing environment)
Experience with computerised stock and inventory systems

A current Counterbalance Forklift Ticket is requiredWorking Environment and Physical Requirements:

Work conducted in both Warehouse and Yard settings

Manual handling (lifting sacks up to 25 kg)

Use of stairs and ladders to access upper levels and platforms

Exposure to varying noise levels due to machinery

Forklift truck operation and shunter driving as part of daily duties

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