Onsite Logistics Supervisor - Lead Fast-Paced Operations

Forward Air Corp.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day multimodal transportation and logistics activities, ensuring safe, efficient execution and customer-focused service.

You will supervise frontline associates, optimize processes, and mentor team, with emphasis on Lean/Six Sigma practices. Schedule is on-site: Wednesday–Saturday 12pm to close, with priority on safety and performance.

Qualifications

• Education: HS diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain before operating equipment.
• 3+ years in warehouse/logistics with supervisory experience.
• Proficient in WMS, TMS, ERP, and reporting tools.
• English communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operational activities across logistics workflows.
• Coordinate and prioritize work assignments to meet safety and productivity targets.
• Ensure safe, accurate handling of inventory and shipments.
• Monitor workflow, labor, and equipment usage for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory policies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and coaching to frontline associates.
• Support training and onboarding of team members.
• All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.

Skills

Leadership

English communication

Problem solving

Team supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP

Excel

Job description

Forward Air Corp. in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day multimodal transportation and logistics activities, ensuring safe, efficient execution and customer-focused service.

You will supervise frontline associates, optimize processes, and mentor team, with emphasis on Lean/Six Sigma practices. Schedule is on-site: Wednesday–Saturday 12pm to close, with priority on safety and performance.