3rd Shift Warehouse Supervisor – Verona

CERTCO INC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

On-site Fitness Center

Free fitness apps

Employee Appreciation Events

Job summary

CERTCO INC is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor for the 3rd shift at the Verona Road Distribution Center in Madison, Wisconsin. You will lead the 3rd Shift Receiving Team, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient receipt of goods while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

You will coach a team, monitor performance, and collaborate with cross-functional departments to maintain inventory integrity and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 3+ years of related warehouse supervisory experience.
• Experience with receiving, distribution, logistics, or grocery warehouse operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of warehouse associates.
• Promote safety, teamwork, accountability, and respect.
• Coordinate daily receiving activities and inbound freight.
• Monitor productivity and labor efficiency.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through proper receiving procedures.
• Collaborate with Inventory Control, Transportation, Purchasing, and Operations.
• Mentor employees and build future leaders.
• Identify process improvements and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Support WMS and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

WMS experience

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

WMS systems

Job description

3rd Shift Warehouse Supervisor – Verona

CERTCO INC Madison, Wisconsin, United States

About this position

Warehouse Supervisor – Night Shift Receiving

Recognized as a Wisconsin Top Workplace for three consecutive years and a USA TODAY Top Workplace. Join a company where employees are valued, leaders are developed, and careers grow.

Are you a leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and creating an environment where employees can succeed?

Certco, Inc. is looking for a Warehouse Supervisor to lead our 3rd Shift Receiving Team at our Verona Road Distribution Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

This isn't just another warehouse supervisor position. You'll have the opportunity to lead one of the most important operations within our distribution center while helping implement new warehouse technology and developing a high-performing team.

If you're passionate about leadership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence, we'd love to meet you.

Why Certco?

At Certco, we're proud to support hundreds of independently owned grocery stores throughout the Midwest.

We've also been recognized as a:

Wisconsin Top Workplace (Three Consecutive Years)

USA TODAY Top Workplace

These awards are based entirely on confidential employee feedback, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace.

What You'll Do

As our 3rd Shift Receiving Supervisor, you'll lead warehouse operations while ensuring products are received safely, accurately, and efficiently.

You’ll:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of warehouse associates.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and respect.
• Coordinate daily receiving activities and inbound freight.
• Monitor productivity and labor efficiency.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through proper receiving procedures.
• Work closely with Inventory Control, Transportation, Purchasing, and Operations.
• Train and mentor employees while building future leaders.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Support our Warehouse Management System (WMS) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain food safety, OSHA, and company compliance standards.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys leading from the front.

Qualifications include:

• Previous warehouse leadership or supervisory experience.
• Receiving, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or grocery warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to coach, motivate, and hold employees accountable.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer proficiency.
• Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience is a plus.
• Forklift experience is preferred.

What We Offer

• Low cost Medical, and free Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous 401(k) Match and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-site Fitness Center
• Free fitness apps
• Employee Appreciation Events

Why This Position Is Different

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by leading one of the most critical functions in our warehouse. You'll play an important role in developing employees, improving processes, and helping shape the future of Certco's distribution operations as we continue investing in new technology and operational excellence.

If you're looking for more than just another supervisory role—and want the chance to grow your leadership career with a stable, employee-focused organization,we encourage you to apply.

Lead a Team. Make an Impact. Build a Career.

Requirements

Schedule: Sunday–Thursday 9:30pm-6:30am

Position Summary

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating activities for warehouse employees, which includes monitoring workflow and daily productivity. Ensures the accuracy and integrity of inventory movement by monitoring WMS system. Monitors team members’ productivity and work quality, and manages performance. Ensures compliance with all safety programs and ensures a strong culture of safety in the warehouse.

Essential Job Functions

• Direct and control all functions within the facility by managing the workforce and ensuring a highly productive environment.
• Mentors team members through on-the-job training and coaching.
• Provides training and evaluation to equipment operators.
• Ensures the safety of employees while working.
• Involvement in employee relations to ensure proper disciplinary steps are taken as needed.
• Responds to customers’ inquiries about their orders and insure 100% customer satisfaction.
• Maintains a clean and organized warehouse.
• Communicates details on production directly to the Director of Warehousing and other shift leaders to ensure flow of production.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Warehousing.
• Is regular in attendance and complies with the Company Attendance Policy

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of warehouse shipping and receiving functions.
• Knowledge of and skill in using computer software, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Skill in operating various office equipment, such as personal computer, calculator, fax and copy machine.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent and excellent math skills.
• 3 Years of related experience.
• Experience working with powered industrial equipment.
• Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience preferred.
• D.O.T. and Logistics experience preferred.
• Experience in identifying operational issues, recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships within a team.
• Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish)

Certco is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.