Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be part of creating the world's best desserts? Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America's most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life's sweetest moments!
Our facility in Newburyport, Massachusetts, has an opening for a 1st Shift Receiving Team Lead . Hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Thursday .
About Dessert Holdings
Dessert Holdings is North America's fastest-growing premium dessert company, bringing unparalleled dessert experiences to retail and foodservice customers. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, it includes brands such as Steven Charles, The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Dianne's Fine Desserts, and Kenny's Great Pies. Owned by Bain Capital, it employs over 3,200 people across nine North American manufacturing facilities.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Support and guide Shipping/Receiving Selectors in all dock functions, including trailer inspections, temperature checks, lot number verifications, and safe loading/unloading practices.
- Utilize the Salvo System and complete all required paperwork.
- Coordinate and ship daily overnight shipments via AIT and UPS.
- Train and develop team members on specific tasks such as pallet inverter operation, FIFO, receiving, shipping, and others.
- Address personnel concerns promptly and effectively.
- Lead process improvements, drive cost savings, and foster team development.
- Ensure daily tasks are completed accurately and on time.
- Create and support projects to improve efficiency.
- Maintain knowledge of all departmental jobs and be able to cover all positions as needed.
- Run open order reports for receiving and verify receipt accuracy.
- Maintain daily Finished Goods and Packaging Cycle Count Program, including spreadsheets and adjustments.
- Conduct physical inventories.
- Coordinate freezer selector activities, including order picking, rotation, and cleaning.
- Manage pickups and deliveries with drivers.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions in JD Edwards, DSI, and other systems.
- Adhere to plant HACCP plans and participate in GFSI/FSSC22000 audits.
- Follow all GMPs and perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
- Participate actively in safety programs, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Communicate with carriers and offsite warehouses regarding delivery schedules.
- Support coordination of deliveries and pickups.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and participate in continuous improvement projects.
- Keep the warehouse clean and organized.
- Attend meetings and support cross-departmental collaboration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High school diploma or equivalent; 2-year college/business degree preferred.
- 2-4 years of warehouse experience.
- Forklift and pallet jack certification and skills.
- Proficiency in JD Edwards, DSI, and MS Office.
- Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
- Excellent organization and delegation skills.
EEO Statement
Dessert Holdings and its affiliates are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or other protected characteristics.
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