Warehouse Supervisor

This position will have strong leadership skills for the Warehouse Operations while managing the union employees. This role will require the supervisor to collaborate with the union workforce as well as understanding work rules, policies, union contracts, receiving, warehousing and shipments of products.

• Be a safety leader for the facility.
• Identify any safety related issues and communicate effectively throughout the organization.
• Manage the day to day operations to include outbound/inbound package shipments.
• Coordinate with other Brenntag facilities to maintain adequate inventory.
• Complete and submit all required paperwork as per standard operating procedures.
• Complete required daily inspections & follow up on open items.
• Pull and stage products for customer orders.
• Conduct semi-annual inventory counts.
• Maintain housekeeping for food grade storage compliance.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Walking or standing long stretches of time in the warehouse.
• Working with your hands to manage some of the operational demands.

Skills

This position will supervise warehouse workers in a union environment.

Supervisory duties will include but are not limited to:performance management, scheduling work, resolving conflict, and time keeping of employees.

• 5 years’ experience within the chemical distribution industry preferred
• 5 years of supervisory experience in a union environment
• Strong leadership, organization and communication skills
• Must be able to work independently
• Must have the ability to multitask and work with various groups within the facility
• Associate’s Degree preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-5 years’ experience in Chemical Distribution industry or related industry preferred

Our Offer

• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.

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Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety.

Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution.

As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future.