Distribution Center Supervisor

CL c0fdc925 851b 46be 8480 3d28feddb668; Brown Deer (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

401K match

PPE

Short-Term Disability

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Company Events

Employee Committees

Job summary

TAPCO in Brown Deer, Wisconsin, seeks a Distribution Center (DC) Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse and logistics operations, coordinating shipping, receiving, outbound activities and inventory control.

You will bridge upper management and floor staff, balance labor with targets, monitor metrics, and resolve bottlenecks to ensure orders are processed safely and on schedule. A Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in DC leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least two years of progressive leadership experience in a distribution center or warehouse setting.
• Strong transportation knowledge and data analytics proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily inbound/outbound logistics operations.
• Schedule and assign tasks to warehouse personnel.
• Monitor order picking accuracy and packing standards.
• Conduct routine inventory cycle counts and audits.
• Enforce OSHA and safety protocols.
• Track employee productivity and KPIs.
• Maintain accurate data in WSMS/ERP systems.
• Resolve delivery delays and inventory discrepancies.

Skills

Supply chain logistics

Warehouse management systems

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Excel data analysis

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Time management

OSHA safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Warehouse management systems (WMS)

Excel

Job description

* Pay is based on experience*

What TAPCO has to offer you:

• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time
• Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period
• 401K Plan with Generous Employer Match and fully vested from day one
• Company-Funded PPE
• Company-Funded Short-Term Disability
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Quarterly Company Events and Lunches
• Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee.

What you will accomplish as a DC Supervisor at TAPCO:

The Distribution Supervisor oversees daily warehouse and logistics operations to ensure seamless workflows. Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role coordinates shipping, receiving, outbound operations and inventory management. The supervisor acts as a critical link between upper management and floor staff, balancing labor allocation with corporate targets. By monitoring key metrics and resolving operational bottlenecks, they guarantee that internal and external customer orders are processed accurately, safely, and on schedule.

Position Qualifications:

• Manage daily inbound and outbound logistics operations.
• Schedule and assign tasks to warehouse personnel.
• Monitor order picking accuracy and packing standards.
• Conduct routine inventory cycle counts and audits.
• Enforce strict OSHA and company safety protocols.
• Track employee productivity and key performance metrics.
• Maintain warehouse management systems with precise data.
• Resolve delivery delays and inventory tracking discrepancies.
• Coordinate routine maintenance for materials handling equipment.
• Train staff in operational procedures and equipment.
• Stay current on all emails, projects, expectations as directed by DC manager.

Required Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities and Experience:

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. This position requires at least two years of progressive leadership experience within a distribution center or manufacturing warehouse setting. Applicants must possess strong transportation knowledge, advanced proficiency in warehouse management software, and data analytics.

• Deep understanding of supply chain logistics.
• Mastery of warehouse management systems software.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel data analysis.
• Ability to resolve workplace conflicts effectively.
• Sharp critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational capacity.
• Understanding of OSHA and safety regulations.

Preferred Experience

• Minimum four years managing teams.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional logistics projects.
• Experience implementing new processes and holding team members accountable.
• A Bachelor’s or Associate's degree in Supply Chain Management and / or Freight Management’ preferred

About Us:

At TAPCO, our mission is to enhance transportation and personal safety in our communities through innovative solutions and products. We are driven to save lives! Are you looking for a career where you can earn a great wage based on experience and performance, your contributions are recognized, and you will have growth potential? Then choose TAPCO!

As an EEO Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status or other acceptable taglines in all printed employment advertisements.