Lead Warehouse Supervisor: Drive Ops & Safety

Vital Transportation; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Transportation Corp. is seeking a dependable, hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, supervise personnel, and ensure all freight is received, handled, stored, and shipped safely and efficiently.

The role requires an organized leader who can manage a fast-paced environment and communicate across teams. Ideal candidate will hold employees accountable, maintain productivity, and coordinate with customer service, dispatch, and transportation teams to meet delivery

Qualifications

• 3+ years of warehouse experience, preferably in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, distribution, or 3PL warehouse operations.
• Forklift experience required; forklift certification preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills and experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred.
• Ability to work on the warehouse floor and perform physical tasks when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse activities including receiving, unloading, loading, and outbound shipments.
• Ensure accurate handling and inventory control.
• Coordinate schedules and prioritize work based on customer deadlines.
• Ensure outbound freight is prepared and ready for transport.
• Monitor productivity and identify efficiency improvements.
• Maintain warehouse records and shipment paperwork.
• Supervise, train, and develop warehouse staff.
• Address attendance, performance, and disciplinary issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift certification

Forklift experience

WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)

Job description

Vital Transportation Corp. is seeking a dependable, hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, supervise personnel, and ensure all freight is received, handled, stored, and shipped safely and efficiently.

The role requires an organized leader who can manage a fast-paced environment and communicate across teams. Ideal candidate will hold employees accountable, maintain productivity, and coordinate with customer service, dispatch, and transportation teams to meet delivery