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# Warehouse Freezer Supervisor at J&J Snack Foods

- **Company:** J&J Snack Foods
- **Location:** Vernon, CA
- **Compensation:** $70k–$80k
- **Posted:** 2026-09-08
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/jjsnackfoods/jobs/5418335008

## Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

## POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the overall efficient operation of the Freezer Warehouse. Efficiently manages freezer operations including 3 shifts (day, night and swing shift), 3 supervisors with up to 30 + employees, and the following processes: receiving and shipping, loading, palletizing, and office personnel, assuring that the trucks are loaded correctly, minimizing shipping errors while being efficient and ensuring all warehouse transactions are properly documented and transacted using WMS system.

## ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Enforces all company work procedures, safety rules, and company policies.
- Monitors and enforces all HACCP programs.
- Supervises personnel to ensure safety procedures are followed and selecting, packaging and loading of product for delivery to both customer and company facilities are completed efficiently.
- Ensure that freezers are stocked, labeled, cleaned, and deliver products in a timely manner, and proper customer service is provided.
- Ensure that all loads are shipped complete and in excellent condition.
- Ensures that freezers is kept clean, floors are swept, wood chips are swept up, snow and ice is not building up.
- Accountable for the security of inventory through system transaction / documentation, process and procedure verification, and system review.
- Conducts annual physical inventory.
- Audits incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure quality and accuracy.
- Establishes cross training program for all freezer warehouse shifts.
- Trains and evaluates new employees.
- Motivates and disciplines employees, as needed.
- Researches all “cuts” and communicates shortages/ discrepancies/ adjustments to inventory Supervisor and Distribution Manager.
- Conducts daily start-up meetings.
- Attends weekly scheduling meeting and other as directed by Distribution Manager.
- Monitors, reviews and approves employee time sheets on a daily basis.
- Provides weekly KPI reports (Inventory, On Time Shipping Performance, loading performance, picking performance and weekly production).
- Conduct performance reviews in a timely manner.
- Report all equipment failures to appropriate department and company.
- Enforces all company rules in a fair and consistent manner.
- Reports any food safety or quality problems to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
- Follows J&J Snack Food’s all OSHA safety rules Food Safety Plan (FSP), the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program, the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and the Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
- Other duties as assigned.

## FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

- Supervisor will be responsible for maintaining food quality and safety within the plant.
- Food quality and safety issues must be reported to Quality Assurance Manager and or Distribution Manager.
- In the absence of the Quality Assurance or Distribution Manager, food quality and safety issues will be brought to the attention of the Plant Manager.

## COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, Freezer Warehouse Supervisor must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload.
- Excellent in all forms of communication.
- Skilled at PowerPoint design and ideation.
- Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.

## EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

- Ability to manage small projects.
- Consistently meet deadlines.
- Develop written procedures for improvements that increase department efficiency.
- Bilingual skills in both English and Spanish preferred.
- Freezer/Cooler experience is a plus.
- Production and warehouse experience preferred.

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED. Post high school courses, AA, or BS in related field preferred.

Required Experience:

- Minimum 4 years’ supervisory experience in Food Industry, Freezer Warehouse, Distribution, and Operations.
- Working knowledge of shipping/receiving practices.
- Must be knowledgeable in GMP’s, Food Defense & Safety, HAACP, and Inventory Systems Management.
- Requires computer skills using PC and WMS software to perform job duties. Proficiency in Excel is a plus.
- Familiarity with computerized and manual inventory practices.
- Good understanding of RF scanners and OSHA regulations relating to forklift operation.
- Forklift operator license required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, sales personnel, and customers.
- Ability to calculate figures, and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, mass and volume.
- Works independently as well as across teams from fulfillment and manufacturing.
- Works with all department heads and attends management meetings.
- High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situation and documentation.
- Ability to manage small projects.
- Consistently meet deadlines.
- Develops written procedures for improvements that increase department efficiency.
- Bilingual skills in both English and Spanish preferred.
- Freezer/Cooler experience is a plus.
- Production and warehouse experience preferred.

US Salary Pay Range $70,304—$80,000 USD

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.

## About J&J Snack Foods

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: J&J Snack Foods manufactures and distributes iconic branded snack foods, frozen novelties, and frozen beverages across foodservice and retail markets in the United States.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: JJSF)
- **Headquarters**: Mt. Laurel, New Jersey, USA
- **Founded**: 1971 (incorporated in New Jersey)
- **Founders**: Gerald B. Shreiber (purchased the ailing J&J Pretzel Company at a bankruptcy auction for $72,100)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Snack food manufacturing and distribution; frozen beverages
- Target customers: B2B primarily (foodservice operators), with a significant B2C presence via retail supermarkets. Key channels include stadiums, theme parks, movie theatres, convenience stores, schools, and warehouse clubs.
- Mission or purpose statement: "Good Fun, Good for the Planet" — dedicated to responsibly serving fun while reducing environmental impact.

## Products & Services
- **SUPERPRETZEL**: The leading soft pretzel brand in the U.S., sold to both foodservice and retail. (Manufactured product)
- **ICEE**: A market-leading frozen carbonated beverage brand sold in c-stores, theatres, and stadiums. (Manufactured product & beverage system)
- **DIPPIN' DOTS**: Nationally known flash-frozen ice cream beads, acquired in 2022. (Manufactured product)
- **LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice**: Popular frozen novelty sold in retail supermarkets. (Manufactured product)
- **SLUSH PUPPIE**: Non-carbonated frozen beverage brand. (Manufactured product & beverage system)
- **Other Brands**: WHOLE FRUIT, DOGSTERS, ¡HOLA! Churros, THE FUNNEL CAKE FACTORY, MARY B’s Biscuits, COUNTRY HOME Bakers, READI-BAKE, and more. (Manufactured products)
- **Contract Manufacturing**: The company also produces products for private label and contract packing, leveraging its extensive manufacturing network. (Service)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not provided directly, but as of July 2026, JJSF is a publicly traded mid-cap company.
- **Key Metric (Annual Revenue)**: $1,574,755,000 (Fiscal Year 2024) — a record year for sales. Net income was $117.5M.
- **Operating Income**: $117,545,000 (Fiscal Year 2024).
- **Financial Health**: The company ended FY2024 with zero debt and $210+ million available on its revolving credit facility [jjsnack.com](https://www.jjsnack.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Website-PDF_-EBookV1_368051_Annaul.pdf).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Public shareholders. Key strategic partners are major QSR chains, theme parks (e.g., Six Flags, Disney), movie theatre chains, and national retailers (Walmart, Costco).
- **Growth Signals**: Record sales in FY2024 despite consumer spending pressure. Growth driven by core product placements, innovation, and new customer wins. Operates in 43 states with ~4,700 employees.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Brand Powerhouse**: Owns a portfolio of iconic, highly recognizable brands (SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, DIPPIN' DOTS) that are often the #1 or only choice in their respective categories.
- **Unmatched Distribution**: Products are sold everywhere consumers gather for fun: stadiums, theme parks, movie theatres, schools, and major retailers, creating high barriers to entry via deep channel relationships.
- **Vertical Integration of Beverage Systems**: For ICEE and SLUSH PUPPIE, they provide not just the syrup but the equipment and maintenance service, creating a sticky, recurring revenue model.
- **Strong Balance Sheet & Cash Flow**: Zero net debt and a strong free cash flow profile allow for continued acquisition of new brands (e.g., Dippin' Dots, Funnel Cake Factory) and internal investment.

## Strategic Focus
- **5 Core Strategies (as of FY2024)**: 1) Grow and Protect Brands, 2) Dominate Core Categories, 3) Cross-Sell the Portfolio (putting more brands into existing channels), 4) Invest in the Future (manufacturing, systems, distribution), and 5) Embrace the Culture.
- **Expansion**: Building on the Dippin' Dots acquisition, expanding into the frozen ice cream category and leveraging the brand's existing retail and foodservice presence.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: The company describes itself as having a "family" culture that shies away from the corporate world, emphasizing long tenures (many employees with 10+ years, some over 20). [jjsnack.com](https://www.jjsnack.com/careers/)
- **Environment**: Locations in 43 states, from corporate offices in Mt. Laurel, NJ, to manufacturing facilities across the country. A mix of corporate and blue-collar manufacturing roles.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive package including medical/dental/vision, 401k with match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), tuition reimbursement (Nathan Shreiber Scholarship Fund), paid holidays and vacation, wellness discounts, and an Employee Assistance Program. [jjsnack.com](https://www.jjsnack.com/careers/)
- **Notable Perks**: "The Nathan Shreiber Scholarship Fund" provides tuition reimbursement for employees, and the ESPP allows employees to buy company stock at a discount.
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Not explicitly stated, but the corporate headquarters in Mt. Laurel, NJ, and multiple regional facilities suggest a primarily on-site or hybrid model depending on role.

## Sources
1. [jjsnack.com (Overview)](https://www.jjsnack.com/)
2. [jjsnack.com (Careers)](https://www.jjsnack.com/careers/)
3. [jjsnack.com (About Page)](https://www.jjsnack.com/about/)
4. [jjsnack.com (FY2024 Annual Report)](https://www.jjsnack.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Website-PDF_-EBookV1_368051_Annaul.pdf)
5. [Greenhouse (Job Board)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/jjsnackfoods)

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