SUMMARY
The Warehouse Superintendent reports to the Finance Controller, and the primary role is to manage and oversee all warehouse and logistical operations, including direct supervision of the warehouse supervisor, leads, technicians and inventory control. The Warehouse Superintendent supervises all aspects of inbound and outbound freight operations and is responsible for management of the Mine stock inventory.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety Requirements
Ensures all Direct Reports clearly understand all safety policies.
Ensures Direct Reports show confident safe operation in sitewide safety procedures.
Display a clear commitment to safety and health and seek to eliminate or control the risks of
injury and/or damage to equipment.
Operate in accordance with and comply the Company’s Safety and Health Policy, and with
all site policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Proactive involvement with continuous OHS improvement processes.
Active participation in all communication and awareness systems.
Environmental Requirements
Training and certification in handling and storing chemicals, TRI Reportable, hazardous waste
and other Environmentally impactable materials.
Display a clear commitment to responsible environmental management.
Operate in accordance with the Company’s Environmental Policy, and comply with other
site environmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Manage all activities in a manner that prevents pollution and minimizes damage to the
natural environment.
Minimizes waste generation through reduced consumption and increased re-use and
recycling.
Stakeholder Requirements
Ensure all personnel uphold and understand the Core Values.
To foster friendly and professional working relationships with all external
Stakeholders/contacts. This includes landholders, members of the local community,
contractors, and visitors.
Operate in accordance with Company’s Stakeholder Policy.
Specific Departmental Requirements
Manage and oversee all warehouse activities, ensuring efficient processes and maximize
warehouse productivity.
Responsibilities include supervising employees, coordinating logistical processes, ensuring the
quality of goods, and preparing relevant documentation.
Managing, evaluating and reporting on warehouse productivity.
Tracking and coordinating the receipt, storage, and timely delivery of goods and materials.
Ordering supplies and maintaining and reconciling inventory levels.
Maintaining records, reporting relevant information, and preparing any necessary
documentation.
Communicating and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
Custodian of the inventory including verifying inventory request and proper use of materials.
Provide leadership within the warehouse department, including establishing broad and
specific goals for the warehouse team to accomplish; instructing the warehouse leads and
technicians how to coordinate daily routine tasks; training warehouse employees; and daily
workplace inspections.
Complete daily receipt of bulk deliveries.
Complete month end closing for bulk issues.
Compile monthly materials management department report.
Confirm inventory transactions in the general ledger match inventory valuation on month end
processes.
Maintain accurate files and records, and maintain, improve, and develop inventory
management systems.
Maintain warehouse equipment.
Provide various departments requested data on warehouse stock issues and order
information.
Work with the purchasing department to resolve problems with vendors and contractors.
Work with financial staff to resolve invoicing, credits, and receiving warehouse operations fiscal
issues.
Notify loss control, freight carriers, and vendor supervisors when safety incidents occur within
the Warehouse areas of responsibility on the mine site
Responsible for safety programs and overall safety in warehouse work areas.
Prepare upgrade criteria for each non-exempt job classification, as well as any needed
revisions, for manager’s approval.
Provide and monitor training opportunities in an objective process; ensure that training
opportunities are made available fairly, consistently and in a manner free from discriminatory
bias.
Review employees’ requests/applications for training based on objective evidence related
to job performance, abilities, and interest.
Document employees’ readiness to train for tasks, noting any operational reasons related to
the availability and scheduling of requested training.
Maintain training records of employees in the department. Monitor training register and
logging formal training as it occurs
Participate in the review of any appeals filed by employees concerning training
opportunities.
Other duties as required.
KEY ROLE QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Qualifications Required
Qualifications in Supply Chain or Logistics related fields is preferred.
High School Diploma or GED is required.
Warehouse training in business, supply chain management, and logistics.
At least five (5) years’ experience in warehousing, inventory control or other relevant
experience.
At least five (5) years warehouse supervisory experience.
Current US Driver’s License.
Pass a background check and post offer physical.
Desired Experience & Competencies
Excellent verbal and leadership skills.
Ability to anticipate and solve problems.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Hazardous materials, DOT, and Load Planning/Securing training preferred.
Applicable vehicle and forklift certifications, including Commercial Driver’s License
Mining and industrial warehousing experience preferred.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrate ability to maintain or exceed best industry practice in all geological and
environmental tasks.
Computer literacy – Microsoft Office - strong excel, Pronto)
Proficient with data entry and inventory software and systems.
Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.