Distribution Supervisor

UPS; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead inbound and outbound operations, coordinating with vendors, customers, and internal teams to ensure timely movement of air and ocean shipments. The role oversees daily facility activities including loading, unloading, and order picking, with a focus on performance and process alignment.

The position emphasizes supervising and evaluating teams, making staffing decisions, and driving efficiency in line with the local business plan.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a team that performs work according to standardized processes or procedures; sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors.
• Makes key workforce decisions such as hiring, onboarding, transferring, laying off, disciplining, assigning, directing, instructing, developing, and rewarding employees.
• Oversees, evaluates, and corrects the performance and outcomes of a team or multiple teams; aligns processes and fosters cohesion among team members.

Job description

Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow-people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level.

Job Description:

This position operates a warehouse with inbound and outbound freight shipments that are processed within a short timeframe. Supports business products by collaborating with vendors, customers, and other internal support groups for the movement of international and domestic air and ocean shipments. Monitors and manages facility performance to ensure materials are processed in a timely manner and meet customers’ requirements. Responsible for daily facility activities related to loading and unloading containers, pulling orders, freight sorting, customer support, facility inspections, handling employee concerns, etc.

Responsible for overseeing, evaluating, and correcting the performance and outcomes of a team or multiple teams. Coordinates work across the organization to optimize efficiency. Makes key workforce decisions, such as hiring, onboarding, transferring, laying off, disciplining, assigning, directing, instructing, developing, and rewarding employees. Emphasis on aligning processes and fostering cohesion among team members.

Supervises a team(s) that performs work according to standardized processes or procedures (e.g., entry-level Professional Expertise, Administrative or Technical Support). Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors. Problem solving is guided by policies, procedures and the local business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager. Typically, does not perform the work supervised.

Other Criteria:

Job Grade: 20D

Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate yourself - Required

Shift: Monday - Friday. Typical work week will be heavy in the beginning and lighter on Fridays. This position hours depending on operational needs.

Last day to apply is September/28/2026 End of day

Employee Type:

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.