Warehouse Supervisor - DC

Batteries Plus•Glendale, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees the daily receiving, storage, packing, and shipping operations within the distribution center. This role ensures warehouse associates meet or exceed productivity and quality expectations while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred. Associate's degree or four years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of 3 years of distribution center supervisory experience.
Thorough knowledge of distribution center operations, including receiving, shipping, picking, packing, forklift operation, and cross-trained in all areas.
Forklift certified (or ability to become certified).
Effective communication skills with the ability to clearly explain procedures and provide direction.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in basic math and able to interpret and create reports and documentation.
Proactive and collaborative leadership style focused on team development.
Regularly required to stand, walk, handle materials, talk, and hear.
Occasional movements include sitting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and working above shoulder height.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally operate machinery to lift items over 100 pounds.
Regularly use electronic scanning devices.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, including eye protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily operations across receiving, order fulfillment, and shipping functions to meet service and quality goals.
Guide warehouse associates in workload distribution and provide direct support in task execution.
Measure and report on production and quality metrics daily, weekly, and monthly.
Ensure proper receiving processes, including unloading, inspection, documentation, and stocking of materials.
Ensure timely and accurate staging, verification, and shipment of customer orders.
Operate forklifts or other equipment if trained and certified; ensure all materials are handled per standard operating procedures.
Maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Schedule and adjust staffing based on operational needs within budgeted guidelines.
Conduct shift meetings, delegate responsibilities, and ensure policies are consistently followed.
Train, coach, and develop team members for performance, engagement, and potential future roles.
Provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and progressive discipline as needed.
Perform timely performance evaluations and maintain performance documentation.
Collaborate with leads to ensure team productivity, alignment with goals, and morale.
Promote and enforce adherence to all safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
Conduct accident investigations and incident reporting promptly and thoroughly.
Ensure team members are trained in warehouse safety protocols and procedures.
Identify and report safety hazards, damaged goods, or unsafe practices.
Participate in and support safety training initiatives and compliance programs.