Warehouse Supervisor (1st Shift)

CJ Logistics HR Team•West Jefferson, OH

10d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Supervisor leads and engages employees at a Logistics Center to achieve productivity, quality, and safety goals. The role oversees a specific shift and focuses on coaching, supporting, and developing the team to ensure efficient, consistent performance. The supervisor works with cross-functional teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives and operational best practices. The position is on-site and operates in both warehouse and office settings. The schedule is Sunday through Wednesday, 5:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Flexible hours may be required to support deadlines or cross-functional collaboration. Compensation is $65,000–$75,000 annually; the role is not shift-differential or incentive eligible. In the warehouse, the employee may encounter varying temperatures, including refrigerated or non-climate-controlled areas; loud machinery, forklift, and conveyor noise; dust, odors, and airborne particles; concrete floors; moving mechanical equipment; and frequent warehouse traffic. Required PPE includes steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. The office is climate controlled, typically quiet to moderately noisy, and uses standard office equipment. CJ Logistics provides integrated and multimodal logistics services and works with industries including food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive. The company describes a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, and prioritizes the wellbeing of end consumers, customers, and employees.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience supervising others.
Proven leadership skills, including organization, communication, and cross-functional teamwork.
Strong commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and passion for safety.
Excellent planning, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with a high level of emotional intelligence.
Foundational skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
Ability to adapt quickly, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to engage effectively with frontline employees and leadership teams to influence culture and drive results.
Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, up to 8 hours depending on shift.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.
Ability to occasionally climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds at various heights, including ground-level and racking zones.
Ability to reach overhead and below waist level with hands and arms.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance.
Fine motor skills and manual dexterity to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards; frequent use of hands and fingers to handle, grasp, or control objects.
Vision sufficient for close and distance viewing, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
Ability to hear and understand instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk while working on a computer.
Ability to speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience operating or overseeing the use of Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
Prior experience using Blue Yonder or Körber WMS systems.
Understanding of warehouse operations and experience in a distribution and/or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Build relationships with employees through daily interaction and motivation.
Lead daily shift meetings to align employees on priorities and expectations.
Address employee concerns, resolve issues, and escalate when needed.
Communicate team goals, performance results, and updates.
Lead and participate in site-wide social awareness initiatives and employee events.
Facilitate monthly safety committee meetings and foster a safety-first culture.
Lead and participate in site management meetings and employee roundtables.
Foster positive employee relations and support efforts to maintain a union-free workplace.
Understand and communicate shift, customer, and Logistics Center goals.
Execute daily work plans and adjust workflows to meet targets.
Apply CJ Logistics America's Labor Management Program, including regular performance observations.
Support inventory control and quality assurance by participating in audits.
Provide leadership with frontline input on staffing needs.
Collaborate with leadership on supply management and maintenance scheduling.
Observe, coach, and provide timely performance feedback.
Track and communicate Forklift Operator productivity and quality metrics.
Conduct regular safety observations and participate in safety initiatives.
Oversee employee timekeeping and attendance to ensure payroll compliance.
Promote and implement operational best practices.
Shadow Forklift Operators to understand processes and identify improvement areas.
Identify training and cross-training needs, and provide hands-on training as needed.
Perform process quality checks and manage related program activities.
Communicate customer-specific requirements clearly and consistently.
Review operational performance against customer expectations.
Help employees understand how their roles support broader customer goals and success.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.