Warehouse Rigging Supervisor

Givens Talent; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Givens Talent is looking for an experienced Warehouse Supervisor in Chesapeake, Virginia, to oversee daily operations and lead a team in rigging and securing freight. The role requires expertise in industrial rigging operations and provides an opportunity to develop a high-performing crew.

The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background and a commitment to safety, working primarily outdoors and handling heavy equipment. Apply for a chance to advance your career with a leading staffing agency.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with 30k/36k forklift operating.
• 1-2 years of prior supervisory or lead experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise all rigging lifts and verify load capacities.
• Train warehouse associates on rigging fundamentals and load control techniques.
• Conduct safety briefings and enforce PPE requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Rigging expertise

Safety adherence

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Hand and power tools

Forklift

Outdoor crane

Job description

Givens Talent is a modern staffing agency that specializes in fit-based screening. Through precision staffing, we’ll communicate with our partners, leaders in the warehousing industry, to analyze your skill sets and find opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Whether you’re seeking clerical, administrative, or light industrial warehouse roles, we’ll help you find the right opportunity to advance your career.

We offer more than just jobs. We connect you with rewarding opportunities to grow and succeed in your career.

Personalized Job Matching

Our team takes the time to understand your skills and aspirations to find the perfect fit.

Ongoing Support

From resume enhancement to interview preparation, we support you every step of the way.

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor/Warehouse Rigging Supervisor with demonstrated expertise in industrial rigging operations to lead one of our warehousing teams. This position is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse activities, directing a team of associates, and serving as the on-site rigging authority for the movement, lifting, and placement of heavy equipment, oversized loads, and specialized cargo. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership capabilities with hands-on rigging proficiency and a relentless commitment to safety. In this role you and your team will be providing support to warehouse, distribution, transportation, packing and crating, and air freight services.

If you’re a rigger who’s ready to lead – this is the role you’ve been working toward. Here, your rigging expertise isn’t just a line on a resume – it’s the foundation to some of the services we offer. You’ll be the on-site authority for some of our most technically demanding lifts, working alongside a team that respects craft, values precision, and takes safety personally. Beyond rigging, you’ll have real supervisory ownership: building a high-performing crew, driving operational efficiency, and making decisions that matter every single shift.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supervises warehouse and warehouse yard activities to include overseeing receiving and shipping as well as rigging and securing freight. Experience and knowledge of light industrial equipment operation, securing freight, and heavy operations duties as well as wood bracing fabrication and installation. This role provides support to warehouse, distribution, transportation, packing and crating, and air freight services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Required: prior experience with 30k/36k forklift operating
• 1-2 years of prior supervisory or lead experience
• Ability to use hand and power tools to effectively measure, cut, and install wood bracing
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods
• Experience with Out of Gauge and operating an outdoor crane required

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise all rigging lifts and verify load capacities prior to each lift
• Train and evaluate warehouse associates on rigging fundamentals, hand signals, and load control techniques
• Schedule and assign daily workloads, conduct safety briefings, enforce PPE requirements and investigate events and/or incidents
• Operate forklifts to load and unload materials in outdoor environment when needed
• Assist with measuring, cutting, and installing wood bracing to secure and protect cargo in accordance with applicable standards.
• Assist with outdoor light industrial equipment operations, with occasional heavy operations support as directed.
• Strong attention to safety and ability to follow site safety rules and procedures

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Primarily outdoor environment (yard), exposed to weather conditions including heat, cold and precipitation
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform moderate-to-heavy physical labor
• Regular standing, walking, bending, lifting, and operating motorized equipment
• Occasional indoor warehouse work

At Givens Talent, our unique approach sets us apart:

• Recruitment Expertise: We leverage our deep knowledge of the logistics, transportation, warehousing, and supply chain industries to identify and attract the best talent to fill your clerical and administrative positions.
• Placement Services: We match candidates with the right opportunities, ensuring they are well‑suited and ready to succeed in their roles.
• Rigorous Qualification: Every candidate undergoes a thorough vetting process, including comprehensive background screening, to ensure they meet the highest standards of competence, reliability, and integrity.
• Tracking & Payroll Management: We meticulously track the hours and absences of each associate and manage all payroll services, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Retention Strategies: We work closely with our clients to create work environments that retain top talent, reducing turnover and ensuring long-term success.

For Employers

Givens Talent is a specialized staffing agency, focused on filling specific light industrial, special project, warehouse, and forklift operator roles. Unlike a general staffing company, we match talented individuals with precise job requirements. Our rigorous hiring process includes full background checks, even for temporary and contract positions, ensuring you receive top-tier talent.

We are licensed to operate in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.

From short-term assignments to direct hires and long-term placements, we design staffing solutions that align with your business objectives.

Quality Assurance

Our rigorous recruitment and qualification process, including background screening, ensures you receive the best candidates for the job.

We’re more than just a staffing service – we’re your strategic partner, providing ongoing support to meet your evolving needs.

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