Jobs · Management · Massachusetts

Warehouse Supervisor (3rd Shift)

Women of the Vine & Spirits · Norwood, MA · 3 wk ago
Management$75k–$85k/yrFull-time

Work a four-day work week at M.S. Walker, one of New England’s premier wine and fine spirits distributors. We are family owned and operated, treating our employees like family while fostering a positive workplace culture.

About the role

We have an immediate opening for a 3rd Shift Warehouse Supervisor to manage a team of 5–10 union employees responsible for picking and loading. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with at least 3 years of supervisory experience who can motivate employees through communication and KPIs. Bilingual skills (Creole, French, or Spanish) and basic computer proficiency are helpful.

Responsibilities

  • Safety
    • Conduct daily warehouse checks at the beginning and end of the shift to ensure the warehouse is in good condition.
    • Monitor that all operations follow safety procedures, prioritizing worker safety.
    • Secure and alarm premises when responsible.
    • Ensure forklift inspections are completed and all employees are trained on powered industrial trucks (PIT).
  • Team Building
    • Supervise, train, and motivate union employees.
    • Promote team building and a positive workplace culture.
    • Provide both positive feedback and constructive criticism.
  • Compliance
    • Implement work pace to meet goals.
    • Document union employee actions, including absences, lateness, and violations of company or contractual rules.
    • Monitor and provide feedback on employee performance.
    • Write and conduct reviews for union personnel.
    • Track employee performance using WMS and WCS, and utilize Excel for tracking.
  • Communication
    • Attend weekly supervisor meetings and communicate issues or ideas to improve warehouse operations.
    • Relay vital operational information to fellow supervisors and management via email or in person.
    • Fill in for the Warehouse Night Operations Manager when they are not present.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience supervising 5+ warehouse employees.
  • 3rd shift experience strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to adapt to changes and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Knowledge of warehouse safety (OSHA certified).
  • Experience with warehouse machines (pallet jack, order picker, reach, and forklift).
  • Knowledge of WMS (Warehouse Management System).
  • Experience with project management.
  • Bilingual (Creole, French, or Spanish) is a plus.
  • Conflict resolution experience.

Physical Demands

  • Stand: Continuously (6–10 hours daily).
  • Bend/Squat: Occasionally (0–2 hours daily).
  • Climb: Occasionally (0–2 hours daily).
  • Computation Skills: Occasionally (0–2 hours daily).
  • Lift/Carry 0–55 lbs: Frequently (3–5 hours daily).
  • Push/Pull: Occasionally (0–2 hours daily).
  • Reach Overhead: Occasionally (0–2 hours daily).
  • Sit: Occasionally (0–2 hours daily).
  • Use of Computer: Occasionally (0–2 hours daily).
  • Verbal Communication: Frequently (3–5 hours daily).
  • Walk: Frequently (3–5 hours daily).

Benefits

  • Medical & Dental Insurance.
  • Vision Coverage.
  • Paid-Time-Off Program.
  • Fidelity Investments 401k.
  • Disability, Life, Accident & Illness Insurance Packages.
  • Discounted Fitness Memberships.
  • Free & Discounted Work/Life Resources.
  • Career Advancement Opportunities.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, typically 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM.

Pay

$75,000 – $85,000 annually.

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