Supervisor, Logistics; 1st Shift - Gardena CA

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position manages the daily activities of a warehouse to provide highest customer service, working efficiency, safety, and lowest cost for operational areas. The Supervisor provides leadership and motivates, trains, and develops the team.

Under the direction of an Operations Manager or General Manager, the incumbent supervises one warehouse. Working with and through warehouse personnel, the incumbent is a team builder who oversees the daily activities of the warehouse, including personnel scheduling, supervision, proper and safe utilization of equipment, and building infrastructure.

Within the scope of this position’s responsibilities, the incumbent must apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model, among other tools, for operational efficiency to improve business processes, increase proficiency, and reduce waste while meeting corporate values and objectives.

This role also ensures that functional strategies are implemented and supports the Operations Manager and General Manager in managing the performance and capabilities of the team.

• Provide operational support services and act as first‑line supervisor of a transactional operations area.
• Coordinate the unloading of all shipments using established procedures.
• Verify accuracy of all inbound/outbound shipments.
• Ensure all damaged product reports and documentation are complete and filed appropriately.
• Complete daily and hourly tracking of load status and scheduled departures.
• Prepare and generate warehouse productivity reports for management.
• Control cycle counts to ensure accurate and fully reported data.
• Monitor product disposition.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Inspect damaged cartons for concealed damage to product and document accordingly.

• Promote and maintain a safety awareness program, scheduling and conducting safety meetings, and ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations.
• Ensure all subordinates meet training requirements and comply with CT‑PAT regulations and security policies.
• Follow rigid housekeeping and sanitation policies/practices by applying the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean and orderly facility.

• Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model to improve business processes, increase proficiency, reduce cost, and eliminate waste so the facility meets or exceeds budgets.

• Provide ongoing training and orientations for subordinates to ensure compliance with company requirements and policies.
• Recommend personnel actions (hire, fire, promotions, increases).
• Use well documented corrective disciplinary measures in a timely manner when applicable.
• Ensure direct and indirect reports receive frequent feedback on performance, including a performance assessment in the first 90 days and a formal annual review thereafter.
• Maintain an environment of development and recognition. Coordinate scheduling of personnel to ensure proper staffing for efficient product/material receipt and distribution.
• Monitor attendance, tardiness and other factors that impact productivity.

• Apply 5S Lean methodology using a structured 5‑step approach to designing, attaining and maintaining high levels of housekeeping and work‑process organization, thereby creating and sustaining a safe, clean and orderly facility.
• Ensure direct and indirect reports comply with all federal and state OSHA and company safety requirements, maintaining an injury‑ and accident‑free work environment.
• Identify and implement processes to ensure the facility meets or exceeds budget requirements and implement cost‑saving initiatives that impact both the facility and the company as a whole.

• Forklift Equipment Certification

• Experienced practitioner able to work unsupervised (at least one year in lead or supervisory experience).
• Familiarity with warehouse management and operations, including use and maintenance of equipment.
• Knowledge of inventory control management and distribution service operations.
• Ability to effectively schedule…