Warehouse Supervisor

Emerson • Louisville, KY

10d

About The Position

Emerson is hiring a Warehouse Supervisor based in Louisville, Kentucky, to oversee warehousing and shipping operations, including inventory management, shipment accuracy, and the daily activities of the teams. The role supports customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate shipment processing and on-time delivery. The supervisor also works with the Production Manager, develops and supports employees, maintains operational standards, and participates in continuous improvement, safety, and other assigned initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of three years of leadership experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution.
• Ability to demonstrate and uphold company values.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with ERP/WMS systems and Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to lead a team in achieving daily departmental goals.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Five years of leadership experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing employees in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads, allocate resources, and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Ability to use performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and drive results.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve operational issues and make sound decisions in a time-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse and shipping capacity planning to ensure adequate staffing for timely and accurate processing of customer shipments.
• Manage finished goods inventory, including warehouse space, stocking locations, FIFO practices, palletized goods, and small parcel shipments.
• Supervise daily shipping operations, ensuring team members are properly trained and cross-training goals are met.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders to schedule pickups and complete required shipping documentation.
• Ensure customer expectations for on-time delivery are consistently met or exceeded.
• Partner with the Production Manager to establish and monitor shipping department performance metrics.
• Coach, mentor, and evaluate employees, providing feedback and addressing performance concerns as needed.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports for internal and external use, as directed by the Production Manager.
• Maintain professional verbal and written communication and protect confidential information.
• Apply company policies and procedures consistently and fairly, involving HR when appropriate.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll entry for department employees.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, safety activities, and other assigned projects.
• Maintain 5S standards and support related audits and improvement efforts.
• Provide backup support for other areas and participate in rotations as needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plans
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee resource groups
• Recognition
• Flexible time off plans
• Paid parental leave, including maternal and paternal leave
• Vacation leave
• Holiday leave
• Career development through mentorship, training, leadership opportunities, and employee development programs

What This Job Offers

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