Warehouse Supervisor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Effective Communication – clearly sharing information and expectations while actively listening to the team.
• Coaching and Development – supporting employee growth through training, mentoring, and feedback.
• Team Building: Fosters a positive and collaborative team environment to enhance productivity and morale.
• Accountability – holding oneself and team members responsible for meeting goals and following policies.
• Employee development and performance management skills
• Ability to foster a cooperative environment, as well as supervise and train assigned staff including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management practices
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment
• Ability to analyze processes and make recommendations for improvements.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short and long rage goals.
• Ability to stoop, push, pull, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.

Nice To Haves

• 5 years Warehouse Leadership Experience preferred.
• WMS and handheld scanner experience.
• Occasional travel may be required for training, company events, or site visits.
• Must obtain Industrial Truck Certification through in-house training.
• Must be willing to work overtime weekends and holidays as requested by manager.
• PPE as required by each facility – refer to handbook for specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all warehouse staff and maintain regular communication with the Warehouse Manager.
• Oversee and coordinate all inventory control, shipping, and receiving activities to ensure accurate order fulfillment, timely deliveries, and proper documentation.
• Ensure accurate inventory counts, perform cycle counts as needed, investigate discrepancies, and maintain appropriate records to support inventory accuracy.
• Monitor and manage receiving and shipping schedules; ensure proper unloading, loading, and handling of materials and products.
• Perform or oversee clerk/inventory tasks related to receiving, shipping, and scheduling of inbound/outbound loads. Ensure all documentation is maintained per Keller and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate payroll records including timely approval of timecards and time off requests. Communicate any issues with HR and adhere to all attendance policy standards.
• Coordinate new employee onboarding and training. Work with HR to complete new hire paperwork, assign safety training, and track retraining requirements.
• Assist with initial and ongoing forklift training, including individualized retraining to ensure daily safe equipment operation.
• Review and maintain all equipment inspection and maintenance records, reporting any issues immediately.
• Lead daily shift Huddleboard meetings to communicate departmental goals, review performance, conduct safety discussions, and set expectations (including warm-up stretches, Safety Training, KPIs, etc.).
• For food grade warehouses, lead a food safety culture. Audit and maintain food safety standards within a facility.
• Lead and participate in accident investigations and corrective actions. Administer drug testing as required by training and company policy.
• Ensure OSHA compliance, complete Behavior-Based Safety Observations, and enforce all safety requirements. Report any violations immediately.
• Build and maintain positive customer relationships to support service excellence and long-term business growth.
• Strategically plan and manage all warehouse functions—receiving, storage, shipping, order fulfillment—to maximize accuracy and minimize claims.
• Supervise daily warehouse operations including labor scheduling and space utilization, ensuring activities are executed efficiently and within budget.
• Analyze current and forecasted volumes to plan daily labor needs appropriately.
• Create and maintain a well-trained, cross-functional staff. Conduct timely performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and development.
• Maintain a facility safety and security plan in compliance with all company and client expectations.
• Actively lead and support company-driven Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.