Receiving Supervisor

TRAK Group; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

trak group is seeking an experienced Receiving Supervisor in Hamilton, Ohio to oversee daily inbound and outbound warehouse operations on-site. The role focuses on safe, accurate material movement, inventory control, and meeting shipping deadlines while supporting production needs.

The ideal candidate will lead warehouse teams, manage dock operations, and drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous supervisory experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, warehouse operations and inventory control.
• Experience with ERP systems and familiarity with WMS.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shipping and receiving operations, inbound/outbound materials, staging, and dock activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely movement of materials and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate dock scheduling, trailer movements and carrier activities.
• Lead and develop Shipping and Receiving Team Leaders and warehouse staff.
• Promote safety, productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction through standard work.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Inventory control

ERP/WMS experience

Shipping & Receiving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP ERP

WMS systems

Job description

Receiving Supervisor Setting/Hours: On-Site| Full-time Join trak group in partnering with a growing client in Hamilton, Ohio that is expanding its Manufacturing team.

Website Summary Join trak group in partnering with a growing automotive manufacturing client seeking an experienced Receiving Supervisor to oversee daily inbound and outbound warehouse operations. This hands-on leadership position is responsible for ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials while maintaining inventory accuracy, meeting shipping deadlines, and supporting production requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong warehouse leadership, shipping and receiving, inventory control, and ERP/WMS experience. This opportunity offers the ability to lead and develop warehouse teams, improve dock operations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities Shipping, Receiving & Dock Operations

• Oversee daily shipping and receiving operations, including inbound materials, outbound shipments, staging, and dock activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely movement of materials throughout the warehouse.
• Coordinate dock scheduling, trailer movement, and carrier activities to maintain efficient operations.
• Monitor vendor and carrier performance to ensure compliance with scheduled appointments and shipping requirements.
• Ensure shipments meet customer-specific labeling, documentation, routing, and delivery requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely shipping and receiving transactions within SAP/WMS systems.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, receiving nonconformances, and shipping errors.
• Review and approve shipping, receiving, and accounts payable support documentation.
• Coordinate with Scheduling, Material Planning, Production, Quality, and Customer Service to prioritize urgent shipments and receipts.
• Support inbound and outbound shipment audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop Shipping and Receiving Team Leaders and warehouse associates.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold employees accountable for safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Plan and adjust staffing levels and schedules based on inbound and outbound shipping volumes.
• Provide hands-on leadership and support to resolve daily operational challenges.
• Ensure employees are properly trained and certified to operate material handling equipment.
• Promote employee engagement, accountability, and professional development.
• Recognize positive performance and reinforce operational best practices.
• Communicate daily priorities, performance results, and operational concerns to warehouse and plant leadership.

Performance Management & Continuous Improvement

• Dock-to-stock time
• On-time shipment performance
• Receiving accuracy
• Inventory accuracy
• Trailer turnaround time
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, material flow, and dock productivity.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, minimize material handling, and improve operational performance.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance shipping accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and improve operational profitability.
• Maintain organized shipping, receiving, and staging areas in accordance with 6S standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and resolve operational constraints.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture throughout shipping and receiving operations.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety and environmental policies.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents and near misses.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
• Ensure proper material handling practices and adherence to established operating procedures.
• Maintain compliance with customer shipping requirements, warehouse standards, and internal policies.
• Support safety audits, training initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

Must-Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous supervisory experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, and inventory control processes.
• Experience leading warehouse employees and managing daily operational activities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Understanding of inventory accuracy, warehouse transactions, and material flow processes.
• Experience managing shipping and receiving schedules, staffing, and operational priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to improve operational efficiency, control costs, and support profitability.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Ability to establish and monitor warehouse performance metrics.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with Production, Quality, Logistics, and other departments.
• Experience implementing process improvements to support safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours as needed to support operational demands.

Preferred

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience in an automotive manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Proficiency with SAP ERP.
• Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Previous experience supervising Shipping and Receiving Team Leaders.
• Familiarity with dock scheduling, carrier management, and trailer flow optimization.
• Experience managing customer-specific shipping requirements and compliance documentation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 6S methodologies.
• Experience developing warehouse KPIs and performance improvement initiatives.
• Background supporting inventory audits, root-cause analysis, and corrective action processes.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to make an impact, partner with trak group to explore this opportunity.