Warehouse Supervisor Job at Health & Human Services Comm

Health & Human Services Comm Harlingen, TX 78552

Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals? Then the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) may be just the place for you! Whether in a direct-care or support role, your contribution will make a difference in the life of a Texan. This supervisory level position is located at the Rio Grande State Supported Living Center warehouse, but Supply Services also serves patients/residents at 22 other facilities around the State, so there are opportunities for growth and movement to other parts of Texas if desired.

The Health and Specialty Care System Inventory and Store Specialist IV (Warehouse Supervisor) is a key position for Supply Services with essential functions offering opportunities to gain experience related to using modern receiving software systems, warehouse equipment and the logistics to assure the patients/residents we serve are supplied their needed supplies for daily living. The Warehouse Supervisor performs advanced logistical inventory and warehouse work. Work involves coordinating warehouse operations and supplies, maintaining security of state property and warehouse stock inventory. Duties include monitoring stock levels for loss prevention and adequate supply to facilities and ensure warehouse operations are in compliance with established procedures. Supervises and trains staff. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Additional tasks include processing replenishments of stock, putting away goods, rotating stock, pulling orders from inventory stock bins and delivering goods to state facilities. Must actively participate and/or serve in a Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Supply Services warehouses operate in a safe yet quick moving, effective and efficient environment! This is a physically active position where creativity, strength and discipline are important factors to assist with the heavy physical work involved. While the main focus of this position is leading staff and movement of supplies, this position will also be cross trained to learn new and exciting skills including using the newest up-to-date receiving software systems, handheld devices for inventory control and warehouse equipment. Working for Health and Human Services provides excitement and contentment knowing you are helping others in need and working in a very stable long-term employment with great benefits!

The state of Texas offers many benefits that equate to approximately 35% of total compensation:

Inventory and Store Spec IV - $3,200.81

Total Compensation Package:

Annual Starting Salary $38,409.72
Employer Paid Health Benefits $7,471.20
Vacation Leave Accrued Annually $1,772.16
Sick Leave Accrued Annually $1,772.16
Total Annual Starting Salary and Benefit Package $49,425.24

  • Note: This is a representation and actual compensation packages may vary.


  • The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.


    Essential Job Functions:
    Essential Job Functions: Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency and departmental leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

    Coordinates staff duties by assigning, reviewing, and training in the areas of receiving, issuing, rotating stock, loading and unloading of trucks. Ensure necessary services and supplies are properly delivered to individuals and employees and the states assets are secure at all times. Ensures and plans for arrangement and rotation of stock to prevent spoilage, deterioration, and obsolescence to ensure quality and availability of warehouse stock. (35%)

    Coordinates and reviews the inventory and stock control records (receipts & issues) and warehouse reports in order to provide current and accurate information for inventory and warehouse operations. Checks and approves requests for replenishing stock. May generate replenishment requisitions. Trains staff in the use of MIMS in order to provide accurate and timely issuance of warehouse stock. Enters receipts into the CAPPS system; coordinates and trains other staff to receive accurately and timely. (25%)

    Advises staff on Departmental Procedures and assists staff with special problems in order to meet the goals and objectives of the department. Ensures an efficient system of warehouse management and control, and recommends improvements as needed to the Supply Services Departmental Procedures. Conducts performance evaluations of assigned staff in order to give employees timely feedback on their performance. Keeps supervisor advised on inventory, personnel, and any warehousing problems. (20%)

    Operates and trains staff on the use of material handling equipment including a forklift and pallet jack. Oversees safe handling of materials using forklifts. (10%)

    Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location




    Knowledge Skills Abilities:
    Knowledge of warehousing methods and procedures, of inventory and stock control record keeping, of automated inventory-control systems, of reporting procedures, and of departmental policies and procedures.

    Ability to train others and to supervise the work of others in the areas of shipping, receiving, issuing and inventory control.

    Ability to review warehouse operations for compliance with established procedures and to transfer stock from one location to another.

    Knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, functions, and operations.

    Skill in the use of computer and related equipment, including the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs.

    Skill in the use of a calculator.

    Skill in the use of mechanical lifting devices used in warehouse operations.

    Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

    Ability to use a handheld device for the purpose of managing warehouse stock and receiving goods.

    Ability to prepare reports and maintain records.

    Ability to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.

    Ability to make arithmetic computations.



    Registration or Licensure Requirements:
    Valid Class C Driver's License (Texas Driver's License preferred) to be checked yearly for any violations or suspensions.


    Initial Selection Criteria:
    1. Graduation from an accredited high school or GED.
    2. One (1) year of work experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel) or something similar.
    3. One (1) year of work experience supervising others in a warehouse type setting or something similar


    Additional Information:
    SALARY NOTE: The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum allowable by state law. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The salary offered will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual Chapter 7.

    MOS Code:
    MOS Code: Note: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include: 92Y, LS, SK, 420, 0431, 2G0X1. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx

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