Warehouse Supervisor Fort Worth, TX- 1st Shift

NSI INDUSTRIES•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The 1st shift supervisor will provide direct supervision and leadership to warehouse personnel across assigned departments. This role requires a consistent and visible presence on the warehouse floor, setting examples and expectations for safety, productivity, accuracy, and conduct. The supervisor will assign daily work, balance labor based on volume and priorities, and ensure operational coverage. They will also learn all job functions – receiving, putaway, replenishment, cycle counting, picking, packing, QC, and shipping – to be able to assist where needed. This position partners with Management to manage staffing needs, coverage gaps, and labor efficiency, and serves as the first line of defense in employee performance management and discipline.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Forklift certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
5+ years of distribution center experience, including demonstrated leadership or supervisory responsibilities
Proven experience supervising employees in a warehouse or operations environment
Strong working knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS)
Excellent problem-solving skills
Strong math, reading, and analytical skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead with consistency, fairness, and accountability
Willing to work overtime when necessary
Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks
Prolonged standing and walking
Harbor a continuous improvement mindset
Visual acuity to distinguish detail, color, and other characteristics of material and objects
Finger/wrist dexterity for computer keyboard use or handling/packaging product
Comfortable working around material handling equipment in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision and leadership to warehouse personnel across assigned departments
Maintain a consistent and visible presence on the warehouse floor, setting examples and expectations for safety, productivity, accuracy, and conduct
Assign daily work, balance labor based on volume and priorities, and ensure operational coverage
Learn all job functions – receiving, putaway, replenishment, cycle counting, picking, packing, QC, and shipping – to be able to assist where needed
Assist Manager by audit, review, and approve employee timecards, including attendance exceptions, overtime, and schedule adherence
Partner with Management to manage staffing needs, coverage gaps, and labor efficiency
Serve as the first line of defense in employee performance management and discipline, including: Coaching and corrective conversations, Verbal and written warnings in accordance with company policy, Timely documentation of performance, attendance, and conduct issues
Escalate disciplinary actions, investigations, and complex employee relations matters to Management and Human Resources as required
Enforce company policies, safety standards, and workplace rules consistently and fairly
Conduct safety observations and ensure compliance with material handling, equipment, and facility safety requirements
Ensure accurate execution of picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions using the Warehouse Management System (WMS)
Review and address order accuracy issues, inventory discrepancies, and process breakdowns
Support and validate cycle counts, physical inventories, and audit activities
Train, coach, and develop Warehouse Leads and Associates, including onboarding and cross-training
Provide performance feedback and input into employee evaluations and development plans
Collaborate with Managers and cross-functional partners to drive continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and operational discipline in all assigned work areas
Perform all other tasks as required when assigned
Work with Customer service to address the special needs of orders