Warehouse Shift Lead – Efficient Shipping & Team Growth

UNFI; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly paychecks

Quarterly bonus potential

Full Benefits (medical, dental, vision

Paid Time off for vacation and sick

6 paid holidays

401K with company match

tuition reimbursement

25% discounts on wholesale purchases

Job summary

UNFI is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee shipping/receiving and lead warehouse personnel in a large, fast-paced distribution environment.

You will ensure on-time, accurate work, maintain safety, and manage documentation and reporting. The role requires strong supervisory skills, effective communication, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a busy warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• Leads and supervises warehouse personnel and daily workload.
• Strong supervisory and team leadership capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Analytical ability for administrative duties and reporting.
• Ability to read and interpret computerized warehouse reports.
• Basic computer skills; MS Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and motivation to leads and line employees to complete daily workload efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Maintain a positive floor presence during shifts.
• Supervise all warehouse functions.
• Complete paperwork and reports as required.
• Provide new hire and follow-up training for all employees.
• Perform evaluations and communicate results to staff.
• Evaluate performance for promotions, absences, commendations, and disciplinary actions.
• Communicate with management and other departments to achieve goals.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and know emergency procedures.

Skills

Lead/Supervisor

Supervisory skills

Communication

Analytics / Admin

Reports interpretation

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

UNFI is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee shipping/receiving and lead warehouse personnel in a large, fast-paced distribution environment.

You will ensure on-time, accurate work, maintain safety, and manage documentation and reporting. The role requires strong supervisory skills, effective communication, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a busy warehouse setting.