Shift Leader: Warehouse Operations & Safety

Eastern Metal Supply; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Metal Supply in Houston, TX is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, and inventory control, ensuring accuracy, safety, and timely order fulfillment.

This role leads and develops staff, tracks KPIs, drives process improvements, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency while maintaining OSHA compliance and a culture of accountability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience in a warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, inventory control, and order fulfillment processes.
• Proven leadership to coach, develop, and motivate employees while fostering a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure safety and OSHA compliance in daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and order fulfillment.
• Assign, prioritize, and monitor tasks to meet timelines.
• Lead and develop warehouse staff to improve performance and accountability.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for productivity, quality, and service levels.
• Maintain accurate inventory with cycle counts and replenishment processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and OSHA regulations; promote a safe environment.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and address potential hazards.
• Perform employee evaluations and provide ongoing feedback for development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and efficiency.
• Step into hands-on operational tasks as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Safety compliance

Process improvement

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Job description

Eastern Metal Supply in Houston, TX is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, and inventory control, ensuring accuracy, safety, and timely order fulfillment.

This role leads and develops staff, tracks KPIs, drives process improvements, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency while maintaining OSHA compliance and a culture of accountability.