Distribution Supervisor

Betco Corporation; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Betco Corporation is seeking a Dock Supervisor to oversee daily dock operations, including labor scheduling and picking plan execution. The role collaborates with production and customer service to meet shipping priorities and maintain efficiency, while enforcing safety and quality controls in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in distribution with a Bachelor’s degree preferred and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent with 5-10 years of distribution experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook Suite.
• Ability to supervise dock operations and coordinate with production.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily dock operations, including labor scheduling, picker workflows, and execution of the picking plan.
• Review and approve time-off requests; ensure accurate timecard tracking for all distribution team members.
• Coordinate with production and customer service teams to align shipping priorities with production schedules and evolving customer needs, including expedites and special requests.
• Balance labor availability and dock capacity to meet service expectations while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs such as on-time shipping and picker productivity; support operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce freight spend.
• Assign responsibilities, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback to support team development and accountability.
• Enforce safety protocols and promote a culture of compliance, awareness, and care throughout the distribution team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse and dock by delegating upkeep tasks and holding team members accountable for daily standards.
• Evaluate rack and floor space utilization; recommend layout changes or capacity improvements to optimize flow and storage.
• Support administrative functions including bill of lading creation, driver coordination, and confirmation of order closure and invoicing.
• Report and follow damaged or flawed goods according to company policy.
• Support cross-functional warehouse tasks and participate in annual physical inventory.
• Foster teamwork and uphold Betco’s mission and values.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written/Verbal Communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook Suite

Job description

Overview

Responsible for supervising and coordinating all dock team member activities, including storing, receiving, shipping, picking, and inventory. Ensure information accuracy for all items handled and maintain compliance with organizational standards. Study production levels and develop ways to improve performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily dock operations, including labor scheduling, picker workflows, and execution of the picking plan.
• Review and approve time-off requests; ensure accurate timecard tracking for all distribution team members.
• Coordinate with production and customer service teams to align shipping priorities with production schedules and evolving customer needs, including expedites and special requests.
• Balance labor availability and dock capacity to meet service expectations while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs such as on-time shipping and picker productivity; support operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce freight spend.
• Assign responsibilities, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback to support team development and accountability.
• Enforce safety protocols and promote a culture of compliance, awareness, and care throughout the distribution team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse and dock by delegating upkeep tasks and holding team members accountable for daily standards.
• Evaluate rack and floor space utilization; recommend layout changes or capacity improvements to optimize flow and storage.
• Support administrative functions including bill of lading creation, driver coordination, and confirmation of order closure and invoicing.
• Report and follow damaged or flawed goods according to company policy.
• Support cross-functional warehouse tasks and participate in annual physical inventory.
• Foster teamwork and uphold Betco’s mission and values.

Behavioral Capabilities

INTEGRITY: Does not ethically cut corners. Remains consistent in terms of what one says and does, and in behavior toward others. Earns trust of coworkers. Puts the organization above self interest.

CUSTOMER FOCUS: Regularly monitors customer satisfaction. Meets internal and external customer needs in ways that provide satisfaction and excellent results for the customer.

ENERGY: Exhibits energy, strong desire to achieve, high dedication level.

ANALYSIS SKILLS: Identifies problems/opportunities. Analyzes problems and elevates to Customer Service Lead or Manager if necessary.

INITIATIVE: Goes beyond the “call of duty,” finds ways to exceed customer expectations. Shows bias for action (“do it now”).

ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS: Can perform multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information in a useful manner.

PRIORITIZING & COMPLETING TASKS: Spends time on what’s important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and focuses to meet deadlines; remains focused.

TIME MANAGEMENT: Uses time effectively and efficiently; concentrates on the more important priorities; gets more done in less time than others.

WRITTEN/VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS: Is able to write and speak clearly and succinctly in a variety of settings and styles; can get messages across with the desired effect.

DRIVE FOR RESULTS: Can be counted on to exceed goals; is consistently a top performer.

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent and 5-10 years of distribution experience

Required Skills

• Microsoft Outlook Suite

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Computer work for extended periods