Supervisor of Warehouse

Herff Jones; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Herff Jones is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor in Indianapolis, IN to lead daily warehouse operations and a production-focused team. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and on-time deliveries within a busy distribution environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of warehouse supervision experience, strong communication, and the ability to develop staff. A Bachelor’s degree and Six Sigma Green Belt are preferred, with flexibility for extra hours as needed.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years warehouse supervisor experience.
• English proficiency; bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree and Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse operations, staffing, and production activities to meet quality, efficiency, and delivery goals.
• Manage, coach, and develop team members through regular communication, performance feedback, and succession planning.
• Monitor production schedules, inventory, budgets, and operational metrics, addressing issues and communicating updates to leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, quality, and overall operations.
• Support hiring, employee relations, performance reviews, timekeeping, and other people-management responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and employment regulations.
• Perform other leadership duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Warehouse operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Six Sigma Green Belt

Job description

Position Title: Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Starting Pay for position: $80K

JOIN OUR TEAM!

About Herff Jones:

Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com.

Your Opportunity:

The Herff Jones Cap & Gown team, based in Indianapolis, IN, is looking for a Distribution Supervisor to join our leadership team.

Here's How You'll Make an Impact:

The goal of the Distribution Supervisor is to challenge and support all team members as we strive toward our overall mission to be the 'company of choice' for the graduation apparel markets while also meeting annual financial goals of the plant and company.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH:

• Lead daily warehouse operations, staffing, and production activities to meet quality, efficiency, and delivery goals
• Manage, coach, and develop team members through regular communication, performance feedback, and succession planning
• Monitor production schedules, inventory, budgets, and operational metrics, addressing issues and communicating updates to leadership
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, quality, and overall operations
• Support hiring, employee relations, performance reviews, timekeeping, and other people-management responsibilities
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and employment regulations
• Perform other leadership duties as assigned

What you’ll bring to the table includes but not limited to:

• 3-5 years warehouse supervisor experience
• English proficiency; bilingual Spanish preferred
• Warehouse leadership experience with a proven ability to motivate teams
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of shipping carriers and warehouse operations
• Bachelor’s degree and Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
• Flexibility to work additional hours as business needs require

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting
• Reading, communication, simple math
• Standing and walking across warehouse floors for 10+ hour shifts
• Sitting at a desk and typing
• Be able to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above moderate

Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.

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