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Summary
The Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for leading the warehouse team to safely and accurately process the shipping and receiving of inventory items at the Byron Center, Michigan warehouse location. The hours of operation are 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, with overtime being available due to customer demand.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize the warehouse team to safely and accurately process incoming and outgoing shipments of inventory daily.
• Check all incoming and outgoing inventory shipments for accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and yard space so that orders and deliveries are processed safely and efficiently.
• Submit inventory transactions to the Accounting Department for the processing of incoming and outgoing orders.
• Verify shipping and receiving logs are updated accurately by the warehouse team.
• Lead a daily review meeting with Warehouse Team, Logistics Manager, and Operations Manager for the prior day shipping and receiving transactions. Game plan for the new day’s incoming and outgoing inventory transactions.
• Lead the month-end inventory count to ensure that all inventory items on hand match the accounting inventory system.
• Develop ideas to streamline warehouse operations for continual improvement.
• Ensure compliance with Kent Companies’ safety policies and procedures.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Equipment operator experience with Forklift and Skytrack. This position will train and certify employees without this experience.
• Supervisory experience leading a team of 3-6 years is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Warehouse or distribution experience
• The ability to lift 50 pounds to your waist individually or 80 pounds to your waist utilizing a team lift approach.
• Time management skills, balancing multiple shipments and deliveries so that the warehouse operates efficiently.
• Clear written and oral communication is required.
• Customer service is the centerpiece of this business. This position requires satisfying our customers’ demands for on-time delivery and regular communication.
• Computer experience, including email and Microsoft Office
• A team-first attitude is required
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s) and customer location(s).
• Ability to successfully pass a background check related to driving.
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Experience, Education, and Qualifications
2+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, or Logistics.
Associates or Bachelors degree in related field

Benefits
Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Leadership development opportunities

Work Environment/Physical Demand
This position splits time between an office and a warehouse environment with other team members. A team-first attitude is a must.

Position type and expected hours of work

• This is a full-time position.
• This position requires minimal travel.
• Typical hours will range from 40-45 hours per week and are subject to change. Office hours will be 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Office Location
8945 Byron Commerce Drive, Byron Center, MI 49315

Perks associated with this role
Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre-determined; rather, it builds on the teammate’s strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

About Kent Companies
Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete™ and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine.

Kent Companies’ family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply

About Kent Foundation Rescue Supply
Foundation Rescue Supply is one of the nation's largest distributors of residential and commercial foundation repair and waterproofing products. Beyond the products, we provide training resources to help our customers grow their businesses.
Foundation Rescue Supply is the premier supplier of helical and resistance piles, and waterproofing and air quality products. Our distribution team has over 50 years of experience serving customers across the country. Our comprehensive inventory and strategic distribution points mean the FRS team delivers on time, every time. Learn more about Foundation Rescue Supply by visiting foundationrescuesupply.com.

EEO Statement
At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies’ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions.

The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence, and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company’s commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan.

Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.