Operations Supervisor; 1st shift

Rector Seal Earth City
Earth City, MO 63045, USA

Job Overview
Rector Seal is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to lead daily warehouse and distribution operations at our Earth City, Missouri, facility. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this position directs associates, delivers operational results, maintains inventory accuracy, and upholds safety and quality standards.

The supervisor provides hands-on leadership across receiving, inventory control, order fulfillment, shipping, kitting, packaging, and other warehouse functions as business needs require. This role develops associates, balances priorities, resolves operational problems, and follows through on corrective actions.

• Direct daily work, staffing, and priorities across assigned warehouse functions; set productivity, accuracy, service, and quality expectations and follow up on results.
• Supervise, train, coach, and develop associates; address attendance, conduct, and performance concerns promptly and consistently, and complete evaluations.
• Maintain inventory integrity through accurate system transactions, location control, cycle counts, discrepancy investigations, and timely corrective actions.
• Prepare for and support inventory counts and audits; verify documentation, investigate variances, and resolve recurring causes of inaccuracy.
• Oversee receiving, storage, order fulfillment, shipping, kitting, and packaging activities as assigned; coordinate work across departments to meet customer commitments.
• Enforce company safety procedures, PPE requirements, and powered industrial truck rules; conduct safety observations, report and investigate incidents, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor operational KPIs, communicate risks and progress to management, and take ownership of problems through resolution.
• Partner with Planning, Customer Success, Manufacturing, and other teams to resolve shortages, damages, backorders, and process issues.
• Identify root causes of recurring failures and improve standard work, warehouse organization, and training.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience.

Minimum of 2 years of direct supervisory or team leadership experience in a distribution, warehouse, manufacturing, or fulfillment environment.

Working knowledge of warehouse safety, inventory control, and accurate warehouse transactions.

Working knowledge of ERP or warehouse management system

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.

• Ability to analyze operational metrics and implement process improvements.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Associates' or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field.

Experience leading inventory accuracy programs, cycle counts, and physical inventory audits

Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement training and/or certification.

Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Visible, accountable leadership and sound judgment on the warehouse floor
• Coaching, training, performance management, and associate development
• Inventory accuracy, problem solving, and root cause analysis
• Planning, prioritization, and follow-through under changing demands
• Clear communication and effective cross-functional collaboration

This role requires regular presence in a warehouse that is not climate-controlled, including dock and storage areas, and the use of appropriate PPE. The position also involves computer work, communication, and coordination. Physical demands may include extended standing and walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and reaching. Vision and mobility sufficient to perform operational duties safely are required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Rector Seal has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market position. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance or at the discretion of the CSWI Board of Directors.

At Rector Seal, our employees enjoy the following benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and…