Coast Tropical is a division of Coast Citrus Distributors. Coast Citrus Distributors was formed in 1950 and is a major wholesale distributor of fruits and vegetables in the United States and Mexico.
General Responsibilities:
This position reports to the General Manager and directs all activities in the facility necessary to operate and support a warehouse at maximum efficiency. The Warehouse Manager will perform a variety of management, administrative as well as physical functions to ensure the timely and accurate loading and unloading of commodities that transit the warehouse. This position will collaboratively work with the team and staff to ensure operational efficiency, safety, and controls are maintained within the warehouse and subject to continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Skills Required:
- Bi-lingual (Spanish & English) Preferred
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 3 + years of warehouse management experience
- General knowledge of modern warehouse and inventory control processes
- Thorough knowledge of all types of materials and parts required for operations
- General knowledge of the applicable standard grades, qualities of equipment, materials, and supplies
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records
- Ability to plan and supervise the work of others
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with associates
- Strong interpersonal skills to demonstrate teamwork, leadership and creative flexibility while dealing with all levels of the organization
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to explain and teach policies, procedures and practices
- Proficient skills in using computer-based systems, programs and reports
- Capacity to manage one’s own time and the time of others
- Fork Lift Certified preferred
- OSHA Certified preferred
- Safety & Health Certified preferred
- Six Sigma Certified preferred or any other operational training a plus
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
Additional Requirements:
Some standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Great Benefits:
- Company paid Health Benefits for full time employees and legal dependents
- Dental & Vision benefits
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Eight paid holidays per year
- Paid sick days
- 25% match on 401k contributions.
- Profit Sharing Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Pleasant and casual working environment
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) ,Drug Free W
