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Are you ambitious? Want to make a difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive in an environment that leverages your abilities as a fast learner, good listener, and problem-solver? If you love challenges, and have a passion for leadership, consider applying for our Distribution Supervisor position.

This position is designed to attract the very best talent and provide selected candidates with the opportunity to develop the skills necessary for a successful career in Supply Chain and Distribution. Distribution Supervisors must thrive in a challenging and dynamic manufacturing environment. This position will focus on leading a team of partners, coaching and motivating them on meeting goals and making sure all operating policies and procedures are followed.

The Distribution Supervisor is vital in leading the efforts of our production teams. Duties include planning, organizing, training, coaching, compliance with various customers, company, government requirements and guidelines. Our Distribution Supervisor will build a depth of knowledge and expertise within one plant and become a manufacturing subject matter expert for that facility.

What you’ll do:

The Distribution Supervisor position has three main areas of focus: Leadership, Distribution Operations, and Regulatory/Customer compliance.

• Train, coach, evaluate and reinforce Process Excellence principles with partners


• Work with the team to make sure that daily production/shipping/receiving is organized to maximize efficiencies, making necessary adjustments as conditions change


• Administer various company, plant or department processes in certification programs, pay systems, assessment/feedback processes, etc.


• Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements.


• Must encourage teamwork and compliance with Plant/DC policies and procedures


• Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices and good housekeeping guidelines


• Must follow safety guidelines, wear designated Personal Protective Equipment, and meet OSHA safety requirements


• Ensure partner accountability and provide daily communication of essential information


• Lead team efforts in meeting or exceeding goals in productivity, quality, and safety


• Through the use of problem-solving methods, and other quality tools identify and make process improvements


• Plan operations, establish priorities and monitor progress to meet customer needs


• Resolve operational, mechanical/maintenance opportunities to maximize efficiencies at the lowest cost


• Monitor training activities and ensure proper training paperwork is completed


• Assist with staffing to ensure decisions relating to the shipping/receiving schedule meet customer requirements


• Work with leadership in identifying and communicating customer requirements


• Be knowledgeable of various government regulations that must be complied with, i.e., OSHA, USDA, FDA, EPA, EEOC, OFCCP, etc.


• Make decisions related to HACCP, product quality, HOLD & RELEASE, etc.


• Assist with regulatory, customer, and internal audits


• Perform all process related to: CPs, CCPs, QPs, and CQPs checks required for the position. Follow reaction plans for Food Safety, Food Quality and customer requirement deviations

What you’ll need to succeed:

• High School diploma or GED required (College degree not required)


• Must be able to work the following schedule and the ability to work additional hours and/or days outside of normal work schedule as need: 5:30am-6:30pm, Fri-Sat-Sun, every other Thursday         


• Relocation not required


• 5+ years leadership experience in a DC/manufacturing environment preferred


• Proficient PC skills in Microsoft Excel and Word


• Gain and maintain an understanding of all equipment and computer systems


• Willing and able to manage multiple priorities


• Goal oriented

Qualifying positions offer:

• A 401(k) plan that includes up to an 8 percent Schreiber match and has been recognized as Best-in-Class for companies with 5,000-plus employees.


• A unique Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• An opportunity to share in the company’s success through our pay-for-performance incentive plan.   


• Competitive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits without a waiting period, including second-opinion medical consultation with specialists


• Wellness resources, including a fitness reimbursement program and access to an interactive personalized online wellness program


• Paid vacation and holidays


• Relocation assistance


• Professional growth and development opportunities through training and our Education Assistance Program

​For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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