Distribution Supervisor

Mercury Paper is a growing tissue converting company with manufacturing and distribution operations in Virginia. Since 2010, we have continued to expand across the Away-From-Home (AFH), Retail Private Label, and FIORA branded product channels, delivering high-quality paper products to customers nationwide.

Mercury Paper is seeking an experienced Distribution Supervisor to lead warehouse and finished goods operations while supporting the Distribution Manager. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for supervising warehouse personnel, maintaining inventory accuracy, overseeing shipping and receiving activities, and ensuring safe, efficient distribution operations.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, can effectively manage inventory and logistics processes, and is willing to lead by example by operating forklifts and warehouse equipment as needed.

• Lead and supervise Finished Goods Handlers and warehouse team members on assigned shifts.
• Ensure accurate receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipment of finished goods.
• Coordinate daily warehouse activities, including loading, unloading, staging, and shipping operations.
• Support employee scheduling, timekeeping, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Monitor inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, and transaction auditing.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and operational issues.
• Ensure shipments are accurate, complete, and damage-free before leaving the facility.
• Work closely with Production, Shipping & Receiving, Quality, Logistics, and Plant Leadership teams.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform and monitor equipment inspections, preventative maintenance checks, and housekeeping activities.
• Assist in month-end inventory activities and reporting.
• Serve as a key point of contact for warehouse-related concerns and provide leadership during off-shift operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent warehouse and distribution experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, shipping, and receiving processes.
• Experience with warehouse management systems, RF scanners, SAP, Microsoft Outlook, and ADP.
• Proven ability to lead teams, resolve conflicts, and drive employee engagement.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.
• Experience operating forklifts, clamp trucks, and other material handling equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety practices and OSHA compliance standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Warehouse and distribution center environment with regular use of office technology and warehouse equipment.
• Must wear required PPE and follow all company safety guidelines.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. safely.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit throughout the workday.
• Must be flexible and responsive to changing business needs, including occasional after-hours support.

At Mercury Paper, you'll be part of a growing organization that values safety, teamwork, operational excellence, and employee development. If you're a motivated leader looking to make an impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.