WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR

Compass Group•Lenexa, KS

14d•$44,000 - $46,000•Onsite

About The Position

ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services. This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected]. Job Summary The Warehouse Supervisor oversees daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution of materials. This role is responsible for leading warehouse staff, maintaining safety and compliance standards, and ensuring all equipment—including forklifts—is operated safely and effectively. Forklift certification is required. The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution of materials. This role leads a team of warehouse associates, maintains strict safety and compliance standards, and ensures all material‑handling equipment—including forklifts—is operated safely and effectively. The supervisor manages workflow, monitors inventory accuracy, coordinates with vendors and logistics partners, and drives process improvements to support a high‑performing, organized warehouse environment.

Requirements

Forklift Certification (must be current and valid).
2–4 years of warehouse or logistics experience; 1+ year in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
Strong knowledge of warehouse safety standards and OSHA regulations.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying warehouse conditions.
Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and basic computer applications.
Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high‑volume or fast‑paced warehouse environment.
Knowledge of lean principles or continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with pallet jacks, reach trucks, or other material‑handling equipment.

Responsibilities

Manage daily workflow including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory replenishment.
Supervise warehouse associates, assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide coaching and training.
Safely operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment; ensure all staff follow equipment safety protocols.
Enforce OSHA, company, and site‑specific safety standards; conduct regular safety checks and incident reporting.
Maintain accurate inventory counts, oversee cycle counts, and resolve discrepancies.
Identify operational inefficiencies and implement solutions to improve productivity and accuracy.