Warehouse Supervisor

Vestas•Brighton, CO

7d•$75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Vestas is a global partner in sustainable energy solutions, designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines. The Brighton Nacelles Factory manufactures wind-turbine nacelles and hubs. The Warehouse Supervisor oversees and coordinates the shipping and movement of turbine components and the storage, inventory, ordering, receiving, and issuing of materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and parts. This night-shift role works Monday through Thursday, 3:45 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. It directs shipping and warehouse operations in line with production plans, oversees inbound, outbound, and internal logistics, and supports reliable material flow, accurate inventory, safe operations, quality standards, and customer delivery commitments. The supervisor also leads and develops the Shipping/Warehouse team and ensures compliance in the handling and transportation of hazardous materials and waste.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in logistics, operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Supervisor training or verified people-leadership training.
Completed mandatory HSE training, with a focus on warehouse safety standards.
At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing or warehouse operations.
Experience operating and loading heavy equipment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Familiarity with MRP systems, timekeeping systems, and supply-chain platforms.
Strong ability to lead, coach, and develop team members.
Ability to work effectively in team environments.
Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Nice To Haves

Background in transportation and logistics.

Responsibilities

Plan and direct shipping and warehouse operations in alignment with production plans and quality assurance standards, maintaining inventory accuracy, appropriate stock levels, work in progress, and inventory days.
Oversee inbound, outbound, and internal logistics to support efficient material flow to production and operational priorities.
Define and optimize storage strategies and maintain accurate, traceable, and reliable inventory-system data.
Plan and allocate material orders according to production requirements and inventory needs.
Manage blade shipments by setting priorities, assigning resources, and defining methods to meet shipping schedules and customer commitments.
Promote a safe work environment by enforcing HSE policies, procedures, permits, and regulatory requirements; drive 5S standards and ensure incidents are escalated and recorded.
Supervise Shipping/Warehouse staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance management, and employee relations; maintain appropriate team qualifications and competencies.
Establish work procedures, assign tasks, and ensure adherence to company policies, operating standards, and quality requirements.
Guide employees in proper material handling, storage, and preservation, and in the safe and effective use of equipment.
Maintain quality compliance and accurate documentation across shipping and warehouse operations, supporting data integrity.
Oversee compliant handling, storage, documentation, and transportation of hazardous materials and waste under federal and state regulations.
Organize team structure and workload to support operational efficiency, capability coverage, and ongoing skills development.