Warehouse Supervisor; Michigan

Position Summary

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees warehouse employees to ensure business objectives are met for safety, quality, productivity, responsiveness, and overall operational efficiency. This role requires a hands‑on leader who can counsel and support employees, drive process improvements, and maintain compliance with company standards.

• Counsel and support hourly employees with needs and concerns as required
• Address performance behaviors by reinforcing positives and discouraging negatives
• Apply the Quality Network problem‑solving process to address opportunities and engage the workforce for ideas
• Utilize the Workplace Organization (WPO) process to improve layouts and efficiency
• Perform daily Timekeeping System (TKS) updates to ensure accurate payroll processing
• Use A-3 reporting format to document problem‑solving activities while following local A-3 guidelines
• Conduct daily meetings to communicate performance and foster two‑way discussions with employees
• Perform and document weekly safety observation tours of departments
• Plan daily workloads in advance to support business goals
• Collaborate with colleagues to optimize shift performance
• Observe and enforce contractual requirements, both National and Local
• Enforce shop rules consistently and fairly
• Perform daily Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) audit checks
• Advance skills through the Individual Development Plan (IDP) process
• Keep the General Supervisor and Shop Committee informed of all pending activities

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures
• Basic math proficiency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of technology related to assigned area
• Knowledge of scheduling and management systems
• Strong analytical ability to solve complex problems
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees, and drive performance
• Knowledge of quality control procedures

• High school diploma required, with 1‑2 years of technical or business school training preferred
• Training in a skilled trades area or equivalent technical training
• 5‑7 years of relevant experience required