Outbound Warehouse Supervisor - USBL - US

Sysco • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an operations position supervising night warehouse activities, including order selection, product replenishment, and order loading. The supervisor is responsible for the safety and security of the warehouse and for managing and directing assigned warehouse staff. The role also involves managing labor and supplies, coordinating repairs, reviewing productivity, supporting training and associate engagement, and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

The employee works non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The work environment includes regular exposure to wet, hot, extremely cold, or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts; occasional exposure to high places, fumes, or airborne particles; and usually moderate noise. Occasional travel to other operating companies or the corporate office may be required for business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• 1–3 years of related experience and/or training.
• Obtain a Powered Industrial Equipment Certification from Sysco within 3 months.
• Ability to read and interpret business, professional, technical, and regulatory materials; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions.
• Basic arithmetic skills and ability to solve practical problems involving limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and word-processing software and ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs.
• Ability to lead individual and team discussions and meetings, apply policies consistently and objectively, and work constructively with peers and associates across departments and shifts.
• Ability to follow established procedures and comply with local, state, and federal regulations; report promptly and regularly; work well with others; and consistently meet deadlines.
• Meet the physical requirements of the role, including frequently lifting or moving up to 100 pounds and performing the listed standing, walking, sitting, hand-use, reaching, climbing, balancing, and occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling activities.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Two- or four-year college degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a similar major.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily work and safety of employees engaged in order selection, product replenishment, order loading, and other warehouse functions, including selectors, loaders, and night forklift operators.
• Manage labor hours and consumable supplies within budget.
• Prepare work schedules, including extra work days and shifts as needed.
• Ensure proper utilization of company assets in support of warehouse operations.
• Coordinate required repairs with the appropriate departments.
• Review night warehouse functions and productivity reports; suggest and help implement efficiency improvements and cost-reduction measures.
• Conduct daily shipping and loading audits to verify documentation is complete and products are handled and stored correctly, including required HACCP, food safety, and catch-weight documentation.
• Help monitor sanitation and facility or racking damage to maintain a safe, clean warehouse.
• Assist with training new associates and cross-training existing associates.
• Support associate relations through department and pre-shift meetings, ongoing interaction, clear communication, answering questions, and explaining policies and procedures.
• Monitor associate morale and submit or respond to ideas that improve engagement and enablement.
• Interpret, train on, and consistently enforce company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with the Safety department on training, associate observations, preferred work methods, accident investigations, root-cause determination, and routine safety inspections.
• Recommend disciplinary action or behavior modification when required.
• Perform management functions including staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews, and terminations.
• Perform the duties of supervised employees and other related duties as needed.
• Comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, AIB, FDA, and USDA requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED