Lead Warehouse Supervisor — Training & Safety

UPS; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement program

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

UPS is seeking a warehouse operations supervisor in Newport News to oversee safety, training, and productivity. You will develop workgroups, set high standards for accuracy and customer service, and foster strong cross-functional collaboration across shifts.

The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with safety policies and company procedures. A degree and prior management experience are preferred, with flexible hours and physical demands

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or International equivalent - Preferred.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs./32 kgs.
• Availability to work flexible shift hours, up to 5 days per week.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Management experience - Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains good working relationships with employees, management, and customers.
• Facilitates training with new and current employees.
• Ensures all employees adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times, operating in full compliance with department, station, corporate and local government requirements.
• Manages department resources to ensure maximum output, accuracy, and efficiency at all times.
• Establishes and promotes a positive, team-oriented work environment emphasizing employee involvement, pro-active communication, inter-departmental cooperation, and continual improvement on all levels.
• Implements employee personal development plans as required to ensure the continuing professional growth of department personnel.
• Ensures all department employees receive specific and detailed orientation, skills and safety training, appropriate materials and information, regular evaluations, and pro-active coaching to support their continued development.
• Ensures all employees adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Team management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or international equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UPS is seeking a warehouse operations supervisor in Newport News to oversee safety, training, and productivity. You will develop workgroups, set high standards for accuracy and customer service, and foster strong cross-functional collaboration across shifts.

The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with safety policies and company procedures. A degree and prior management experience are preferred, with flexible hours and physical demands