Operations Supervisor / Team Leader – Pulling
 

JOB SUMMARY 

The Operations Supervisor/Team Leader Pulling oversees the daily organization and execution of outbound pulling and staging processes. This hands-on leadership role ensures maximum efficiency, safety, and quality throughout the loading department. The role involves supervising teams, operating heavy equipment, and collaborating across departments to meet organizational goals. A key component of this position is fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Supervise and assist with the pulling of plant material while conducting quality control audits and staging/ organizing pulled materiel by load.

• Coordinate with Product Selection to ensure only “A” grade material is pulled.

• Conduct earth moving equipment Spot Check inspections to ensure equipment safety.

• Ensure teams follow established pulling processes and utilize mobile applications properly.

• Cross-train in Inbound and Loading processes to provide coverage as needed.

• Operate earth-moving equipment for loading and unloading plant material.

• Enforce all safety regulations and ensure proper use of PPE at all times.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the Loading Dock, Outsourcing Sections, and Bays.

• Support continuous improvement and team performance feedback.

• Operate earth moving equipment as needed 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum one year of supervisory experience in loading/receiving, preferably in a tree nursery or agricultural environment.

• Strong attention to detail and process-oriented.

• Ability to perform effectively under time constraints and high-pressure situations.

• Self-motivated and proactive; able to multitask and develop creative solutions.

• Strong work ethic and team leadership skills.

• Must be Bilingual in English and Spanish.

• Flexible and adaptable to a dynamic work environment.

• Strong analytical and logical reasoning abilities.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Proficient in computer systems; Google/Microsoft preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES / HOURS OF WORK

           Compact Loader Certification a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

        Physical Demands 

• Work can be repetitive and physically demanding, requiring frequent bending, lifting, sitting and walking. 
• Able to sit, stand, bend and walk for long periods of time. 
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Operation of heavy farm equipment machinery.  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather (heat or cold), and moving mechanical equipment.

 

HOURS OF WORK
 

• Standard schedule: Monday - Friday (8a - 6p)

• Start and end times may vary based on operational needs.

• Additional hours or days may be required during peak seasons or special circumstances.

 

NOTICE 

CHERRYLAKE, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR REQUIRE ADDITIONAL DUTIES AT ITS DISCRETION.

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