Warehouse Supervisor

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees daily warehouse and distribution operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, inventory control, and shipping. This role leads and develops warehouse associates and forklift operators, ensures regulatory compliance for chemical and hazardous materials handling, and drives a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Warehouse Supervisor also manages domestic and international shipments, optimizes transportation performance, and supports process and layout improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

• Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse and distribution activities, including receiving, storage, order picking, packing, inventory control, and shipping.

• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse associates and forklift operators to achieve high levels of accuracy, productivity, and safety.

• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement throughout the warehouse team.

• Manage inbound and outbound shipments to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with customer requirements.

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments, including preparation of export documentation, customs clearance, Incoterms compliance, and carrier scheduling.

• Ensure adherence to export control laws and trade compliance requirements, including proper classification of regulated materials.

• Maintain accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts, reconciliations, and effective use of ERP/WMS systems.

• Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, and suppliers to optimize transportation costs and delivery performance.

• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other regulations governing the storage and transport of chemicals.

• Oversee hazardous material handling, labeling, documentation, and storage practices to meet regulatory and safety standards.

• Lead safety audits, inspections, and corrective actions to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.

• Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators such as order accuracy, on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, and inventory accuracy.

• Implement Lean warehousing and continuous improvement practices to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.

• Support capital projects and warehouse layout improvements to optimize material flow, space utilization, and storage capacity.

• Minimum of 3+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a warehouse, distribution center, or logistics environment.

• Proven ability to supervise and coordinate warehouse operations, including inventory management and shipping activities.

• Experience leading, coaching, and developing warehouse associates and forklift operators.

• Strong understanding of domestic and international shipping processes, including export documentation, customs clearance, and Incoterms.

• Knowledge of export control laws, trade compliance requirements, and classification of regulated materials.

• Familiarity with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other regulations related to chemical storage and transportation.

• Ability to manage hazardous material handling, labeling, and documentation in accordance with safety and regulatory standards.

• Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, and implementing corrective actions.

• Proficiency in tracking and reporting operational KPIs such as order accuracy, on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, and inventory accuracy.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience using safety management systems.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

• Experience with ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for inventory and order management.

• Background in Lean warehousing or continuous improvement methodologies.

• Experience supporting capital projects and warehouse layout design or optimization.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Employees join a purpose-driven culture that values safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. The organization offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with meaningful opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth. Team members are encouraged to expand their skills, contribute ideas, and take part in ongoing improvement initiatives that make a tangible impact on the…