
Receiving Supervisor Yard/Warehouse
Job Description
We are Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market
You’ll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable
At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree
Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so
As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels
PURPOSE Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records on incoming shipments of building material products by performing the following duties
This position is exempt and should only be filled by those individuals who are supervising at least 50% of the time (rather than performing the work of their subordinates) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Studies receiving notices, invoices, orders, and other records to determine receiving priorities, work assignments, and methods required to meet receiving schedules
Oversees incoming receiving activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments
Inspects unloading operations to ensure safety
Inspects material handling equipment for defects and notifies maintenance personnel or contacts outside service facility for repair
Directs movement of shipments from receiving platform to storage and work areas
Compiles records of unfilled orders
Prepares bills of lading
Issues written and oral instructions
Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances
Controls inventory adjustments
Other duties as assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Directly supervises employees in the Shipping and Receiving department
Carries out supervisory responsibilities 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
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
COMPETENCIES Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Listens to others without interrupting
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and climb or balance
The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions
The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold and extreme heat
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Successful, innovative, and fulfilling careers are built here, and your professional development is a high priority
We invest in your future through the latest training, tools, and technologies
Highly collaborative, we work together to solve problems and find better ways to continually grow our business and careers every day
You’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons
The scale and depth of resources that being the #1 building materials distributor in the nation provides a variety of opportunities for you to explore – all in a friendly, people-first environment
Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS
At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love
Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives
To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com
Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: [email protected]
Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening
Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.