Warehouse Supervisor 1st Shift - Sumner, WA

Scholastic•Sumner, WA

9d•$80,168 - $83,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees warehouse personnel and operations, including recruitment, hiring, orientation, training, performance management, scheduling, safety, and productivity. The role works with the Branch Manager or Production Manager on production planning, labor tracking, and branch profit and loss management. Depending on operational needs, the supervisor may coordinate book-fair packing and staging, stock replenishment, truck and case unloading, product packing and display, inventory counts, open houses, and warehouse sales. The position requires proper use of warehouse equipment and safe handling practices, and may include forklift operation during peak periods for certified operators who are at least 18 years old. The position is based in Sumner, Washington, and is full-time. The budgeted base salary range is $80,168.40 to $83,000, with an additional performance bonus opportunity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Ability to analyze, develop, initiate, and implement plans and strategies to achieve goals.
Strong computer skills, including the ability to navigate the internet and use MS Office and email.
Ability to use scanner systems effectively with minimal errors.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and direct associates.
Ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, push or pull up to 300 pounds, and climb ladders without assistance.
Forklift operators must be certified and at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
Prior experience with a distribution or manufacturing organization.
Strong computer skills with internet, MS Office, and email are preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with recruiting and hiring warehouse staff and conduct orientation and mentoring for newly hired associates through the 90-day orientation period.
Supervise, develop, and train warehouse personnel, supporting associate morale, motivation, productivity, and retention.
Evaluate and document warehouse associates’ job performance with the Branch Manager or Production Manager; conduct performance appraisals, recommend salary changes, and set performance goals.
Comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, DOT, and EEOC requirements.
Investigate work-related incidents and file Workers’ Compensation reports with the Branch Manager; participate in or direct monthly safety meetings.
Schedule staff, maintain attendance records, and assist with tracking actual labor hours against budget.
Assist the Branch Manager or Production Manager with production planning systems and management of branch profit and loss.
As needed, close out fairs and ensure cases, displays, and boxes are staged and properly labeled.
As needed, prepare daily packing schedules.
As needed, oversee fair-packing production, replenishment of stock from bulk to shelves, and unloading of trucks and cases.
As needed, oversee product packing and displays according to schematics and customer needs, including matching loading procedures to warehouse and driver sheets.
As needed, assist with physical inventory counts, open houses, and warehouse sales.
Ensure warehouse equipment and tools are properly used to support productivity, efficiency, and safety; report unsafe conditions, equipment, or injuries to a manager.
Use and monitor proper techniques for lifting, packing, handling heavy objects, climbing ladders, and pushing or pulling cases.
Complete accurate labor data collection cards.
May operate forklifts during peak business periods if certified and at least 18 years old.
Perform other duties as requested by the Branch Manager or Production Manager.