Warehouse Manager, Evening/Night Shift

Johnson Brothers; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Brothers in North Kingstown, RI is seeking a Warehouse Manager I to lead our night warehouse operations. You will ensure orders are picked, loaded, and delivered accurately, safely, and on time, while coaching a night-shift team.

This full‑time role requires 2+ years of distribution leadership, strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with WMS, and a commitment to OSHA/DOT safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of warehouse or distribution leadership experience.
• Experience managing night shift preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in fast-paced settings.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with WMS and basic computer skills; OSHA/DOT knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the night shift warehouse team to achieve productivity, accuracy, and safety goals.
• Oversee nightly order selection, truck loading, and preparation for delivery for on-time shipments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Coach, train, and mentor team members with clear expectations and feedback.
• Monitor KPIs and coordinate with day shift leadership for smooth transitions.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and workflow to meet nightly demands.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and safety standards.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
• Partner with Delivery and Inventory Control to resolve issues quickly.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

WMS familiarity

OSHA/DOT knowledge

Overnight shift readiness

Tools

WMS software

MS Office

Job description

About Us

At Johnson Brothers, we’re a leading wine, spirits, and beer distributor known for exceptional service, operational excellence, and a strong people‑first culture.

Job Description

We’re seeking a hands‑on, results‑driven Warehouse Manager I to lead our night warehouse operations — ensuring our orders are picked, loaded, and delivered accurately, efficiently, and safely.

Shift

4 pm until complete, Monday through Thursday, on‑site – 4‑day work week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the night shift warehouse team to achieve productivity, accuracy, and safety goals.
• Oversee nightly order selection, truck loading, and preparation for delivery to ensure on‑time and complete shipments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Coach, train, and mentor team members — setting clear expectations and providing regular feedback.
• Monitor key performance indicators and partner with day shift leadership to ensure smooth shift transitions and consistent performance.
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and workflow to meet nightly operational demands.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
• Partner with other departments including Delivery and Inventory Control to align operations and resolve issues quickly.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of warehouse or distribution leadership experience; experience managing night shift preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and basic computer skills.
• Understanding of OSHA and DOT safety requirements.
• Flexibility to work overnight hours and additional shifts as needed.

Worker Sub‑Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time