Warehouse Foreman

Company : Indiana Department Of Correction

Job Type : Full Time

West Lafayette, Indianapolis

Job Description - Warehouse Foreman

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Veterans' Home:

The Indiana Veterans' Home is located in West Lafayette, Indiana. Originally created to care for veterans of the Civil War, the Indiana Veterans’ Home welcomed its first resident in 1896. Located on 250+ acres in West Lafayette, IVH is a full-service care facility offering a complete array of services for residents.

The mission of the Indiana Veterans' Home is to honor Indiana's veterans and their spouses by providing the highest level of care in a therapeutic home-like environment, enhancing health and yielding optimal quality of life. To do this and meet the unique needs of these heroes and their families, we deliver compassionate and comprehensive skilled care while integrating arts and cultural programming and preserving the rich history of the Home.

Role Overview:

The IVH Warehouse Foreman provides expertise on the shipping/receiving processes, inventory control, warehouse distribution, and oversees the safe operation of heavy machinery like forklifts and pallet jacks. Applicants should have strong leadership skills, safety and compliance knowledge, and extensive operations and inventory control experience.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $37,648.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

Maintain detailed inventory records and exercise inventory control of the items ordered.
Calculate monthly, quarterly, and yearly inventory reports and ensure accuracy.
Receive general deliveries from common carriers and ensure purchase order and packing slips are accurate.
Complete receiver information and tag fixed assets in PeopleSoft.
Prepare purchase orders of facility supplies and maintains supply inventory.
Maintain key and tools control utilized by warehouse staff.
Complete ACA documentation and tool log.
Assign jobs daily based on current/daily priority.
Teach Fork Truck training and certification.
Evaluate and reorganize record-keeping or storage procedures as necessary.
During facility emergencies, assist with operations as needed.
Perform work in accordance with approved health and safety practices.
Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

Thorough knowledge of requisition, disbursing procedures, and inventory control procedures.
Thorough knowledge of stock items, their locations, and the proper methods of storing a variety of goods and supplies based upon efficient space utilization and a variety of state and federal regulations.
Ability to train and direct the work assigned to the warehouse and provide appropriate security measures.
Ability to maintain detailed, accurate inventory records and purchasing records.
Ability to operate forklift, pallet jack, box truck, golf cart and other mechanical equipment in the warehouse.
Capable of traveling to various vendor locations and businesses, and other state agencies.
Ability to observe staff and accurately recall detail to write concise reports.
Ability to work under emergency conditions.

A degree is not required. However, at least 3+ years of experience in ordering & receiving supplies, shipping, and/or distributing supplies, materials, or equipment applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

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Indiana Department Of Correction

The Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) is responsible for adult and juvenile inmates held in more than 30 facilities. IDOC's facilities include minimum- and maximum-security prisons, camps, and work-release centers. The department's PEN Products program partners with private industry to create...

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