Preload Supervisor — Team Lead, Safety & Training

UPS; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS in Akron, OH is seeking a Supervisor to oversee Package Handlers, train staff, and drive safety, productivity, and attendance. This leadership role ensures high standards of operation and fosters a collaborative, goal‑oriented team environment.

The position emphasizes process discipline, coaching, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced warehouse setting, with a focus on reliability and customer service excellence.

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 promote a positive, team-oriented work environment emphasizing employee involvement and proactive communication.
• Implements employee development plans to support growth of department personnel.
• Ensures all department employees receive orientation, training, materials, evaluations, and coaching.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Leadership

Team management

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree or international equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UPS in Akron, OH is seeking a Supervisor to oversee Package Handlers, train staff, and drive safety, productivity, and attendance. This leadership role ensures high standards of operation and fosters a collaborative, goal‑oriented team environment.

The position emphasizes process discipline, coaching, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced warehouse setting, with a focus on reliability and customer service excellence.