JOB DESCRIPTION
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Class Code: 7981
TITLE: Warehouse Supervisor
Grade 21
REPORTS TO: Director of Logistical Services
SUPERVISES: N/A
JOB FUNCTION: Plan, organize, supervise and participate in the operations
and activities of the District Warehouse; train, assign,
supervise and evaluate assigned staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, organize, supervise and participate in daily warehouse operation and
activities, including the receipt, documentation, storage, safety and distribution of
equipment and supplies and maintenance of inventory.
Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned warehouse employees;
assign workloads to warehouse workers.
Receive, unpack, pack, load, issue, store and deliver materials, textbooks,
supplies or equipment; complete packing slips for shipments as assigned.
Route, schedule, pack and prepare orders for delivery; load vehicles; schedule and
oversee deliveries and pick-ups.
Supervise the processing of requisitions and requests to invoice for
reimbursements of warehouse codes; complete requisitions for needed materials
to assure adequate stock levels.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records and logs and prepare reports as
required; maintain inventory of items in the warehouse; file records as required;
supervise the assembly of inventory printouts and catalogs as required.
Monitor automated warehousing system; operate a computer to enter data, correct
errors and control key screens as required.
Operate and demonstrate use of specialized warehouse equipment as necessary;
assure proper and routine maintenance and servicing of warehouse vehicles and
equipment.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (CONT.):
Observe health and safety regulations; maintain warehouse in a clean, safe and
orderly condition.
Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures; advise
of budget-related needs; assist in the bid process for various supplies as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular attendance.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Warehousing and stock control methods and procedures.
Methods of receiving, inspecting and issuing materials.
Materials, equipment and supplies used in a school district.
Operation of a forklift and other assigned vehicle and equipment.
Warehouse operations, procedures, equipment and terminology.
Space utilization and inventory techniques.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Health and safety regulations.
Record-keeping techniques.
Inventory methods and practices.
Principles and practices of training and providing work direction.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Automated warehouse inventory system.
ABILITY TO:
Plan, organize, supervise and participate in the operations and activities of the
District Warehouse.
Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
Utilize space efficiently and effectively.
Maintain inventory.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Operate warehouse vehicles, machines and equipment.
Receive, issue, store and return warehouse stock and supplies.
Lift, move, sort and store objects.
Plan and schedule work.
Maintain accurate records of stock transactions.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES (CONT.):
ABILITY TO:
Learn to operate a computer terminal and warehouse-related software.
Work independently with little direction.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 75 pounds
Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to
marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and
gases.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate and three years warehouse or related
experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Kentucky driver's license.
Original Date: 01/1999
Revision Date: 07/2011
Revision Date: 07/2012
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