Production Supervisor

GESMV; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

GESMV is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations in Dayton, OH. The role focuses on leading floor staff, optimizing receiving to shipping flows, and maintaining a safe, organized, and productive work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in warehousing or logistics, with 1–2 years in supervisory roles, and strong knowledge of WMS/ERP systems to drive efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• 3–5 years of warehouse/logistics experience, with 1–2 years in supervision or team leadership.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (forklifts, reach trucks, RF scanners).

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate warehouse staff across shipping, receiving, pick/pack, and inventory control.
• Schedule shifts and manage workflow priorities to meet shipping deadlines.
• Conduct performance reviews and onboard/train new hires.

Skills

Team leadership

Operations management

Communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

WMS

ERP software (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite)

Job description

Summary
We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, manage floor staff, and ensure the safe and efficient flow of inventory from receiving to shipping. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of supply chain and logistics processes, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, organized, and productive work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Management:
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate warehouse staff, including shipping, receiving, pick/pack, and inventory control personnel.
  • Schedule shifts, manage workflow priorities, and allocate daily labor to meet operational demands and shipping deadlines.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and handle onboarding and training for new hires.
• Operations & Workflow Oversight:
  • Monitor the end‑to‑end warehouse lifecycle, ensuring accuracy in receiving, storing, picking, packing, and dispatching goods.
  • Optimize warehouse layout and slotting strategies to maximize space utilization and pick‑path efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve operational bottlenecks, equipment malfunctions, or inventory discrepancies promptly.
• Inventory Control:
  • Oversee regular cycle counts and full physical inventory audits to maintain high inventory accuracy.
  • Investigate and report discrepancies, shrinkages, or damaged goods according to company policy.
• Safety & Compliance:
  • Enforce all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Conduct routine safety inspections of material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.) and facility infrastructure.
  • Lead daily safety huddles and ensure incident‑free shift handoffs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Education Requirements
High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field is preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of warehouse or logistics experience, with at least 1 to 2 years in a supervisory or team‑lead role.
• Proven experience operating warehouse equipment (forklifts, reach trucks, RF scanners).

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to GESMV’s liability insurance provider.
• Ability to have reliable transportation as a means of transporting assigned referrals to job interviews in the community, attend meetings, etc.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to pass random drug screenings.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, physically demanding environment.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The ability to regularly stand, walk, use of hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls
• The occasional ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and smell.
• The ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The ability of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee works primarily in a warehouse environment subject to seasonal temperature fluctuations, noise, and heavy equipment traffic.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate