1st Shift Warehouse Supervisor Cold Storage (Mon - Fri 6:00am-2:30pm)

CJ Logistics America; Kansas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

PTO

Open-door work environment

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

CJ Logistics America is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor for its cold storage operations in Kansas. You will lead a high-performance team, drive safety, quality, and timely execution, and optimize workflows to meet productivity goals.

You will mentor staff, manage shift start-ups, and maintain strict temperature controls while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and training across the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of direct supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• A passion for safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transactional environment.
• Tech-savvy: experience with WMS, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the team through shift meetings and coaching.
• Address concerns, celebrate wins, and maintain open communication.
• Create a culture of accountability, safety, and pride in performance.
• Monitor cold storage temperature standards and product handling.
• Oversee inventory, auditing processes, and workflow efficiency.
• Partner with leadership on staffing, scheduling, and resources.
• Provide consistent feedback to grow team capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety culture

Quality focus

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WMS Blue Yonder

WMS Korber

AS400

Excel

Word

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor

Are you built for the cold, ready to lead with purpose, drive performance, and inspire a team? At CJ Logistics, we don’t just move products — we move industries. As a Cold Storage Warehouse Supervisor, you’ll be the heartbeat of our operations, helping to shape a high-performance team in a fast-paced, global logistics environment.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• You’re not just managing shifts — you’re building culture
• You’ll work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Every day presents new opportunities to grow, lead, and make an impact
• Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000 per year
• Schedule: Ability to work a flexible schedule to ensure proper shift startup and handoffs take place before and after each shift.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead and Inspire

• Motivate your team through shift meetings, one-on-one coaching, and real-time support
• Address concerns, celebrate wins, and keep communication open and honest
• Create a culture of accountability, safety, and pride in performance
• Monitor and maintain cold storage temperature standards

Drive Operational Excellence

• Adjust workflows and resources to hit productivity and quality goals
• Implement labor management programs and performance tracking
• Partner with leadership on staffing, scheduling, and supply needs
• Oversee inventory and audit processes to ensure accuracy
• Handle products with care in cold storage and blast zone areas

Develop and Empower Your Team

• Identify training needs and lead cross-training efforts
• Perform job shadowing and on-the-job training with Forklift Operators
• Connect the dots between team tasks and customer goals
• Provide consistent performance feedback to help your team grow

Prioritize Safety and Quality

• Lead monthly safety meetings and conduct daily safety observations
• Participate in safety committees and help build a proactive safety culture
• Ensure policies, procedures, and best practices are followed at all times
• Tackle other duties like a pro — all within your training and expertise

Qualifications and Requirements

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of direct supervisory experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• A passion for safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transactional environment
• Tech-savvy: experience with WMS (Blue Yonder/Korber/AS400 a plus), Excel, Word

Benefits and More

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO and MORE!
• Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb!
• Open-door work environment
• High Performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset where continuous improvement is embraced
• Opportunities for advancement!

CJ Logistics About Statement

At CJ Logistics America, we know that we do our best work when we have an inclusive and diverse team, where we can draw on our different life experiences to help us deliver innovative solutions for our customers. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and an inclusive workplace. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only when they check every box. So if you think you might be a good fit for the role, but don’t necessarily meet every single requirement on the job posting, we still encourage you to apply.

CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.

CJ Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

CJ Logistics America participates in the E-Verify program.

At this time, CJ Logistics America is unable to offer visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.