Perishables Warehouse Lead & Safety Champion

Northeast Grocery; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tops is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee perishable warehouse operations, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery. You will train new hires, enforce sanitation standards, and manage a team of warehouse staff with a focus on performance and policy compliance.

The role requires 1–3 years of supervisory experience in a grocery or fast-paced environment, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of supervisory experience in warehouse supervising at least 10 associates; grocery/production environment preferred.
• Experience in a grocery or fast-paced production environment preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Ability to read and write; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of perishable warehouse employees.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and quality standards.
• Assist in training of new hires and ongoing staff development.
• Monitor performance and address workplace issues.
• Ensure on-time delivery and adherence to company policies.
• Lead by example to maintain a safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Literacy

Warehouse supervision

Grocery industry experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Unionized environment experience preferred

Job description

Tops is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee perishable warehouse operations, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery. You will train new hires, enforce sanitation standards, and manage a team of warehouse staff with a focus on performance and policy compliance.

The role requires 1–3 years of supervisory experience in a grocery or fast-paced environment, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.