Warehouse Supervisor - DC (2nd Shift)

6200 North Baker Road, Glendale, WI 53209, USA | Supply Chain - 9330 | Associates in this role are paid biweekly. | Full Time

| Full-benefits package including medical/dental insurance options, PTO, 401(K), pet insurance, tuition reimbursement program, employee discounts, and more.

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees the daily receiving, storage, packing, and shipping operations within the distribution center. This role ensures warehouse associates meet or exceed productivity and quality expectations while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations (Receiving, Fulfillment, Shipping)

• Supervise daily operations across receiving, order fulfillment, and shipping functions to meet service and quality goals.

• Guide warehouse associates in workload distribution and provide direct support in task execution.

• Measure and report on production and quality metrics daily, weekly, and monthly.

• Ensure proper receiving processes, including unloading, inspection, documentation, and stocking of materials.

• Ensure timely and accurate staging, verification, and shipment of customer orders.

• Operate forklifts or other equipment if trained and certified; ensure all materials are handled per standard operating procedures.

• Maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment and support continuous improvement initiatives.

People Management and Leadership

• Schedule and adjust staffing based on operational needs within budgeted guidelines.

• Conduct shift meetings, delegate responsibilities, and ensure policies are consistently followed.

• Train, coach, and develop team members for performance, engagement, and potential future roles.

• Provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and progressive discipline as needed.

• Perform timely performance evaluations and maintain performance documentation.

• Collaborate with leads to ensure team productivity, alignment with goals, and morale.

Safety and Compliance

• Promote and enforce adherence to all safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

• Conduct accident investigations and incident reporting promptly and thoroughly.

• Ensure team members are trained in warehouse safety protocols and procedures.

• Identify and report safety hazards, damaged goods, or unsafe practices.

• Participate in and support safety training initiatives and compliance programs.

Other Duties

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and key responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may evolve or change over time based on business needs, without advance notice.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred. Associate's degree or four years of experience in lieu of a degree.

• Minimum of 3 years of distribution center supervisory experience.

• Must have thorough knowledge of distribution center operations, including receiving, shipping, picking, packing, forklift operation, and be cross-trained in all areas.

• Forklift certified (or ability to become certified).

• Effective communication skills with the ability to clearly explain procedures and provide direction.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in basic math and able to interpret and create reports and documentation.

• Demonstrates a proactive and collaborative leadership style focused on team development.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The physical demands required to perform the essential responsibilities of this position are as follows. Reasonable accommodations, if necessary and/or as required by law, will be made available.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, handle materials, talk, and hear.

• Occasional movements include sitting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and working above shoulder height.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally operate machinery to lift items over 100 pounds.

• This position requires the associate to regularly use electronic scanning devices.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, including eye protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear.

EEOC Statement

Batteries Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and associates are free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, pregnancy accommodations, reprisal, other non-merit based factors, and any other protections afforded under state or local laws.