Supervisor Distribution

Generac; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Second Shift Supervisor to lead distribution operations on the second shift, coordinating shipping, receiving and inventory while ensuring accuracy and safety.

You will supervise warehouse associates, drive productivity, and partner with cross-functional teams to meet performance targets and customer commitments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a high-volume distribution environment.
• Proven experience leading teams, directing work and managing performance.
• Experience monitoring KPIs and taking corrective actions to hit goals.
• Collaborates with cross-functional partners and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead second-shift distribution operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory and material flow.
• Supervise and develop team members by setting priorities and driving productivity.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and system transactions.
• Promote a safe, organized work environment and ensure policy compliance.
• Monitor KPIs, communicate shift performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage workflow priorities.
• Communicate effectively to motivate teams and handle difficult conversations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

WMS experience

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

Inventory systems

Job description

The Second Shift Supervisor is responsible for leading and supporting second-shift distribution operations to ensure the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials and customer orders. This role provides leadership to a team of warehouse associates while overseeing outbound shipping, inbound receiving, inventory accuracy, safety compliance, and overall shift performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead second-shift distribution operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory, and material flow activities.
• Supervise and develop team members by setting priorities, assigning work, and driving productivity.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, discrepancy resolution, and accurate system transactions.
• Promote a safe, organized work environment and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor KPIs, communicate shift performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and service.
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced, high-volume distribution, warehouse, or logistics environment.
• Proven ability to drive performance, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee engagement skills with a focus on accountability and results.
• Ability to make sound decisions, solve problems, and balance strategic objectives with daily operations.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and utilizing operational metrics to improve performance.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate teams and effectively manage difficult conversations.
• Commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years working a high-volume distribution environment.
• Previous experience leading teams, directing work, and managing employee performance.
• Experience monitoring operational KPIs and implementing corrective actions to achieve performance goals.
• Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory systems, or related operational technology preferred.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.