Job Description
Job Description
3rd Shift 11 : 30 PM-7 : 00 AM
Sunday-Thursday
Warehouse Supervisor
Position Summary
The Supervisor oversees day-to-day operations, leads and develops associates, and ensures safety, quality, and productivity standards are met. The role drives continuous improvement, maintains compliance with SOPs, and delivers reliable shift hand-offs to sustain operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Provide clear direction, set priorities, and coach associates.
- Conduct daily shift briefings and ensure mandatory hand-offs between shifts.
- Address performance and attendance issues promptly with documented follow-up.
Operational Management
Monitor workflow, allocate resources, and meet daily throughput goals.Ensure adherence to SOPs and standard work; escalate barriers early.Track KPIs (productivity, quality, dock-to-stock, on-time departure) and execute corrective actions.Safety & Compliance
Model and enforce safety policies; perform routine safety walks.Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CTPAT).Train associates on safe equipment use (e.g., clamp trucks, pallet jacks).Communication
Maintain open dialogue with leadership; provide end-of-shift hand-off notes.Report incidents, constraints, and space limitations to management in real time.Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Receiving, Shipping, Inventory).Continuous Improvement
Identify waste and process gaps; propose and implement improvements.Participate in Kaizen / 5S and audit readiness activities.Standardize best practices across facilities as applicable.Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; Associate / Bachelor’s degree preferred.2+ years of supervisory experience in logistics / warehouse operations.Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Proficiency with WMS, MS Office, and basic data reporting.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.Physical Requirements
Ability to stand / walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.Comfortable working in warehouse conditions and around material handling equipment.Schedule
Full-time; 3rd shift with required overtime during peak periods.Mandatory end-of-shift hand-off; first shift may be required to stay beyond scheduled hours to complete hand-offs.CTPAT Responsibilities
Supervisors are accountable for maintaining compliance with Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) minimum security criteria and iDC Logistics site-specific SOPs. The following expectations apply :
Verify inbound / outbound trailer integrity, including seal application and verification; document seal numbers in the hand-off log.Ensure dock areas, yard, and staging zones remain secure; challenge and report unauthorized persons immediately.Conduct and document routine security sweeps (e.g., start-of-shift, end-of-shift) and escalate any discrepancies.Train associates on CTPAT awareness (e.g., recognizing anomalies, reporting suspicious activity) and track completion.Maintain clean desk and controlled-access practices for shipping documents and labels; store sensitive paperwork per SOP.Support visitor / contractor controls (ID verification, sign-in / out, escorts) and ensure carriers comply with site rules.Participate in audit readiness : maintain up-to-date SOPs, logs, and corrective actions; close findings within agreed timelines.