Warehouse Forklift Supervisor – Lead & Optimize Operations

Maxwood Furniture; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Maxwood Furniture is seeking a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to lead the forklift department, ensuring efficient processes and safety. You will manage a team, set priorities, and collaborate with procurement and logistics to meet delivery goals.

The role requires 3+ years in warehouse leadership, strong WMS and inventory controls, and excellent communication. A high school diploma is required; a college degree or certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role within warehouse operations.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage a team, provide clear direction, and motivate employees.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Forklift certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the day-to-day operations of the forklift department.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies and safety regulations within the warehouse.
• Coordinate and optimize warehouse processes to meet operational goals and improve efficiency.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues to minimize disruption to daily workflow.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics to ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Implement and enforce warehouse best practices to improve quality and safety.
• Prepare reports and metrics related to forklift performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

WMS proficiency

Inventory control

Microsoft Office

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree or certifications preferred

Tools

WMS software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Maxwood Furniture is seeking a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to lead the forklift department, ensuring efficient processes and safety. You will manage a team, set priorities, and collaborate with procurement and logistics to meet delivery goals.

The role requires 3+ years in warehouse leadership, strong WMS and inventory controls, and excellent communication. A high school diploma is required; a college degree or certifications are a plus.