Operations Supervisor - Receiving - Dynamic Leadership Role - Peoria, AZ

The Wasserstrom Company is the leading Food Service Distributor in the nation. Established in 1902, we are a family owned company with our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. We currently have an Operations Supervisor position available in our Distribution Center in Peoria, AZ. The Warehouse Receiving Department Supervisor leads daily receiving operations, ensuring all inbound shipments are processed accurately, efficiently, and safely. This role provides day to day leadership to receiving associates, maintains inventory accuracy, drives continuous improvement, and ensures compliance with company policies and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, and support warehouse receiving associates during daily operations.
• Work directly on the warehouse floor alongside associates to monitor productivity, ensure proper processes, and provide real-time coaching.
• Oversee all inbound receiving activities, including unloading, verification, staging, reconciliation, and system updates.
• Ensure proper handling, preservation, and storage of all received materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory by reviewing records, monitoring stock levels, and investigating discrepancies.
• Document and maintain standard operating procedures for all receiving processes.
• Provide clear verbal and written instructions to associates.
• Train, coach, and develop employees in receiving procedures, safety practices, equipment operation, and quality standards.
• Approve timecards daily/weekly and ensure compliance with attendance policies.
• Administer accountability through corrective actions, performance discussions, and follow-up consistent with company policy.
• Engage regularly with associates to promote communication, morale, and employee development.
• Maintain communication with internal departments and customers regarding receiving schedules, exceptions, and service requirements.
• Prepare operational reports including productivity tracking, inventory exceptions, and receiving summaries.
• Support and lead periodic cycle counts and full physical inventories.
• Quickly adjust labor based on workflow demands, volume spikes, or changing customer requirements.
• Address and resolve associate concerns, operational issues, vendor discrepancies, or customer-related problems.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards, OSHA regulations, and proper equipment usage.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all receiving and dock areas.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three to five years of relevant leadership experience and/or training in warehouse shipping and receiving operations.
• Must have experience with WMS (Manhattan, Koerber)
• Proficiency in operating standard warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar machinery).
• Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds as part of regular job duties.

We offer a complete benefits package including major medical, dental, immediate enrollment in 401(k), profit sharing, immediate accrual of paid time off.

For employment consideration, please complete our online application at www.wasserstrom.jobs.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will give consideration to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.