Warehouse Manager (2nd Shift)

Kids for the Future; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Hazelwood, MO is seeking a 2nd Shift Warehouse Manager to lead evening warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and staff supervision.

You will drive efficiency, ensure safety, manage KPIs, and develop a high-performance team across the back half of the day, reporting to the operations leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse or distribution operations experience.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or management role.
• Hands-on experience with WMS and inventory software.
• High school diploma required; degree in logistics or business a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily 2nd shift activities: receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure on-time orders and daily shipping cutoffs.
• Optimize layout and workflow for maximum efficiency.
• Manages staffing, performance reviews, and shift coverage.
• Enforce safety standards per OSHA guidelines and investigate incidents.
• Drive process improvements and own KPIs such as accuracy and productivity.

Skills

Leadership

WMS experience

Inventory management

Microsoft Excel

Team supervision

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's in logistics or business

Tools

WMS software

Inventory software

Job description

• Job Category Warehouse Management, Fulfillment Management
• Employee Type FT Exempt

Description

As part of our interview process and our commitment to building high-performing teams, we’ve partnered with The Culture Index Program to better understand work styles and team dynamics. To support this process, we kindly ask you to complete a brief survey as part of the application process when submitting your profile. It should take no more than 7 minutes, and there are no right or wrong answers. We appreciate your participation and look forward to learning more about how you might fit within our team!

Southern Hobby Distribution, LLC. was founded in 1991 with one simple goal: to become our customers’ greatest asset by delivering top-quality products, unmatched customer service, and the most knowledgeable sales staff in the hobby industry.

If you thrive running a fast-paced warehouse floor, love building a team, and want ownership over your own shift, this is your role.

We're looking for a 2nd Shift Warehouse Manager to take ownership of our evening warehouse operations — receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and staff supervision. You'll be the driving force behind operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, safety compliance, and on-time order delivery, all while leading a high-performance team through the back half of the day.

What You'll Own

Warehouse Operations

• Run daily 2nd shift activities: receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Keep orders accurate and on time, every night, including meeting daily shipping cutoffs.
• Optimize warehouse layout, storage, and workflow for maximum efficiency.
• Manage workflow and staffing levels in real time to match order volume, seasonal peaks, and same-day priorities.
• Partner with purchasing, sales, and logistics — and hand off cleanly to 1st shift leadership — to keep operations seamless around the clock.
• Maintain accurate shift logs and communicate key updates, issues, and wins to leadership.

Inventory Management

• Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment activities with purchasing.
• Track down and resolve discrepancies before they become problems.
• Ensure proper product handling and storage standards are followed shift after shift.
• Oversee proper labeling, slotting, and organization to support fast, accurate picking.
• Supervise, schedule, and train your 2nd shift crew.
• Set clear performance expectations and hold your team accountable.
• Build a shift culture that's positive, productive, and safety-first.
• Play an active role in hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews.
• Coach underperformance early and recognize strong performers to keep the team engaged.
• Manage attendance, timekeeping, and shift coverage.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce warehouse safety standards and OSHA guidelines on every shift.
• Lead regular safety inspections and training.
• Ensure safe, proper use of equipment — forklifts, pallet jacks, and more.
• Investigate and document any incidents, near-misses, or equipment issues, and follow up on corrective action.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free warehouse floor.

Process Improvement

• Spot opportunities to boost efficiency and cut operational costs.
• Roll out best practices in inventory control, fulfillment, and logistics.
• Own your KPIs: order accuracy, productivity, on-time shipping, and labor efficiency.
• Recommend and help implement process or technology improvements specific to 2nd shift workflows.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of warehouse or distribution operations experience.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or management role.
• Hands‑on experience with WMS and inventory software.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• The ability to juggle multiple priorities without missing a beat, in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable being the go‑to decision‑maker on the floor when the rest of the building has gone home.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel especially) for tracking and reporting.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, or business a plus.
• Experience in distribution, e‑commerce fulfillment, or a similarly high‑volume warehouse environment strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the warehouse for the majority of the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to safely operate or oversee the operation of warehouse equipment.