Warehouse Supervisor

METROPOLITAN WAREHOUSE AND DELIVERY•Perth Amboy, NJ

11h•$22

About The Position

The Warehouse Supervisor serves as a leader and provides guidance for all warehouse labor duties. Responsible for directing daily activities of the warehouse including labor, scheduling, and supervision of day-to-day operations. Oversees and provides training to warehouse associates following Metropolitan’s set standards and quality guidelines for loading, unloading, packaging and scan discipline. Oversees inventory levels, monitors the safety of goods, and ensures the efficient usage of warehouse space. Assigns tasks and aids Warehouse Manager with all shipping and receiving responsibilities. Assists and provides guidance for different warehouse duties as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience, specifically in transportation industry
Previous knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management
Proven leadership and organizational skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to motivate others and work with a variety of people
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience
Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds regularly and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds with assistance
Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
Pushing and Pulling: Ability to push and pull wheeled carts or pallet jacks loaded with merchandise
Bending, Stooping, and Reaching: Ability to bend, stoop, and reach overhead frequently
Physical Stamina: Demonstrate physical stamina and endurance to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment
Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle and manipulate small parts or delicate items with precision
Flexibility to work extended hours or weekends when necessary to address urgent operational needs

Responsibilities

Monitors and evaluates the safety of each Warehouse Associate on a daily basis; trains on safety processes as needed
Leads daily stand up with all Team Lead(s) updating all warehouse associates with daily goals and tasks
Leads daily Safety meeting and stretching activity
Keeps work in front of Lead(s) and associates
Plans daily workload with management
Completes daily yard check as necessary
Assures Leads and Team members are following all Metropolitan policies and procedures for their respective segments
Notifies Manager of any Associate issues.
Track Warehouse associate’s attendance
Assures all product is handled in a safe and professional manner (arrows up)
Meets all outbound and inbound deadlines
Coordinates with other Shift Warehouse Supervisors setting up the workload for next shift start
Minimizes Warehouse Associate OT
Meets all KPI goals
Adequately responds to all emails in a timely manner
Assures all dock searches are completed in a timely manner
Walks the Warehouse area frequently assuring items are placed properly in location and accurately scanned
Keeps warehouse clean and free of any trash or debris
Monitors all equipment (MHE & IT) ensuring all are checked-out and accounted for upon return