Cooler Manager

Job Description GENERAL PURPOSEprovide leadership to supervisors and employees and all daily operational activities tomaxirnize productivity and efficiency. Function as the primary liaison between plant management and other departments including sales, distribution, and customer service to ensure appropriate inventory/product levels are available for load-out and finished product is delivered accuratdy and on time. Maintain a firm handle on all aspects of operations,inclusive of effective interdepartmentd communication between management and warehouse/cooler personnel.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the department in an organized, safe, and sanitary work environment that complies with the company's policies, OSHA and govemment regulations

Coordinate the load out schedde with in-house distribution and outside contractors to ensure the timely and accurate load out and receiving of all products

Coordinate shipping and receiving activities with all other departments to maximize the overall efficiency of the operation and minimize customer service issues

Ensure proper procedures are in place and being followed for production efficiency, qudity of product, employæsafety, and state and federal guidelines

Monitor, on a daily basis, the inventory and codes of all products in the cooler to ensure proper rotation and traceability of all items Prepare warehouse and associated storage systems for physical inventories

Ensure all transactions are recorded timely and accuratdy to reflect a correct inventory position at any time These include shipments, donations, product loss and damage

Ensure full compliance With all qudity assurance standards, especially good housekeeping and overall cleanliness of products and work areas

Collaborate in a cmss-functional manner as a change agent With all departments within the division or company

Actively promote and effectivdy communicate company safety policies, loss control targets, and qudityassurance standards to department

Is responsible for expense management and control, including cooler dump, labor and overhead costs utilizing approved methods

Manage issues and serve as an escalation point to resolve complex or new issues; remove barriers to employee and workplace success

Effectivdy lead union and/or non-union to promote positive and productive working relationships.

Understand and effectivdy apply work rules, union contract provisions if applicable, and employment policies

Provide for the management of assigned employees in daily operations, ensuring effective selection, retention,feedback, disciplinary action, and performance management. Work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve employee grievances. Participate in collective bargaining agreement or other contract related activities and discussions as requested. Activdy communicate with amployæs shift metingsand informd methods

Actively promote safe work behaviors and hold sdf and direct reports accountable for following safety rules andregdations. Conduct accident/injury investigations and send reports of injury to HR in a timdy manner to meetreporting standards. May coordinate and/or facilitate plant safety meetings, training, and incentive programs

Proactivdy look for ways to increase operationa efficiency and contain costs. Identify and implement best practices in establishing SOP's, managing labor, and maintaining applicable certifications. Think creatively andabstractly to develop alternative possibilities to drive improvement

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level Of work performed by employee,but is not a complete list Of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

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