Warehouse Supervisor

About the role

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees daily warehouse operations and leads warehouse associates to ensure the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials and finished goods. This hands-on, operational role focuses on daily execution, employee support, inventory accuracy, shipping, receiving, and maintaining workflow throughout the warehouse. The position involves coordinating activities, resolving issues, and supporting team members on the warehouse floor to meet daily operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Assign daily work and monitor employee performance throughout the shift.
• Ensure orders are picked, packed, and shipped accurately and on time.
• Support production by ensuring material availability and timely replenishment.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound freight with carriers and internal departments.
• Perform and verify inventory transactions within SAP, WMS, or ERP systems.
• Assist with inventory accuracy initiatives in conjunction with the Inventory Coordinator.
• Train and mentor warehouse personnel on standard operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Enforce warehouse safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot daily operational issues and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Assist with loading, unloading, material handling, and warehouse organization during peak periods.
• Maintain shipping and receiving documentation.
• Support continuous improvement efforts within the warehouse.
• Maintain, develop, and adhere to established department and company standards, procedures, and policies.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and safe working environment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

This role is pivotal in coordinating the movement of material and supervising the performance of internal personnel and relationships with third-party vendors while meeting the needs of the company, dealers, and customers.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of warehouse experience, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership role (supervisor or team lead).
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, or business administration preferred. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of a high school diploma with 4–6 years of warehouse experience in a leadership role is required.
• Leadership Skills:
  • Team Leadership: Ability to assign daily work, monitor performance, and mentor a diverse warehouse team.
  • Time Management: Proven track record of meeting shipping deadlines and managing workloads.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve daily operational and logistics delays.
  • Communication: Clear verbal and written skills to coordinate across internal departments and external carriers.
• Ability to operate a forklift, various material handling devices, and Modula Lift machine is essential; training can be provided as needed.
• Thorough knowledge of software such as SAP, MPS, and WMS is essential; training can be provided as needed.
• Understanding of International Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS & Sched B Classifications) and international shipping and documentation requirements (to all countries) is essential.
• Understanding of the manufacturing industry is essential.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in current versions of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and ability to navigate custom databases and online document management software.

Work Environment

• Walking: 75% of the time
• Standing: 40% of the time
• Sitting: 25% of the time
• Twisting, turning, and squatting: 30% of the time
• Climbing: Step ladder occasionally
• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs.