Material Handling Supervisor (M-F 10pm - 6:30am)

Description

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At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis US Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Material Handling Supervisor based in Londonderry, NH.

The Material Handling Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient movement, storage, and distribution of materials and products within the Material Handling and Incubator departments. This role focuses on operational efficiency and team development. The position supervises and mentors the material handling and incubator staff, managing inventory to maintain accuracy and achieve all established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Additionally, the role is responsible for upholding safety protocols, resolving operational roadblocks, and collaborating across departments to optimize the plant's material flow. This position reports to the Senior Material Handling Supervisor.

This position is primarily scheduled Monday through Friday, 10:00pm - 6:30am. However, flexibility is required to adjust days and hours as needed to meet business and staffing needs.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Maintain accountability for all aspects of food safety and quality within the department.
• Lead and develop the team through effective training, supervision, and discipline.
• Ensure compliance with all Company, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Quality requirements, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), high-level Process Management Procedures (PMO), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Execute established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and best practices to drive efficiency in the work area.
• Oversee the proper handling, organization, and efficient storage of all incoming materials and supplies.
• Monitor material handling labor costs and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives focusing on efficiency, internal processes, production organization, and layout.
• Collaborate with Inventory and Production teams to foster continuous improvement across all manufacturing areas.
• Implement strategies to reduce material damage and errors, improving overall shift productivity.
• Ensure proper disposal of all distressed products and recycled materials.
• Maintain strict compliance with all material management and lot tracking procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Material Handling and Incubator department in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer will be provided.

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

• 2+ years of direct supervisory experience overseeing a team of 5 or more individuals.
• Manufacturing and college experience a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience with Powered Industrial equipment.
• Ability to properly receive, store, and distribute stock, ensuring products are managed in accordance with established procedures, regulations, and lead times. Includes oversight of operators and labor management.
• Strong capability to assess resources and capacity to meet process targets and plant requirements, ensuring business continuity and supporting technological advancement.
• Proven ability to determine priorities, manage time effectively, and allocate resources efficiently to achieve objectives with precision and discipline.
• Experience leading teams in daily operations - recruiting top talent, setting clear and ambitious goals, delegating responsibilities, motivating others, and developing a cohesive, high-performing team in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated leadership presence, acting as a positive role model who inspires others with energy and helps them contribute toward shared goals.
• Ability to listen to, understand, and prioritize employee feedback, identifying opportunities to improve working conditions and proactively proposing effective solutions.
• Skilled in managing team resources to achieve production goals and operational needs.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey and receive information while considering different perspectives. Demonstrates tact, diplomacy, and the ability to adjust style, tone, and level of detail to effectively engage a variety of audiences.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development, staying adaptable and effective in a changing work environment.
• Strong drive for continuous improvement-actively seeking ways to enhance quality, efficiency, and overall performance.
• Ability to identify improvement opportunities, generate innovative ideas, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to look beyond surface issues to uncover root causes and drive effective problem-solving.
• Agile and proactive in adapting to changing circumstances, overcoming challenges, and promoting a culture of progress.
• Consistently evaluates work and processes to ensure they create measurable added value.
• Promotes knowledge sharing and collaboration by exchanging expertise across teams.
• Demonstrates persistence and ambition in achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) under all circumstances.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.