Warehouse Supervisor

H.Essers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company‑paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident,

Job summary

H.Essers in Houston, TX is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead on-site warehouse operations, including picking, packing, sorting, and inventory control with occasional forklift work. The role requires supervisory experience and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED (a college degree in logistics or related field is a plus) and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in a logistics environment, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with RF scanners and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work extended hours, weekends and holidays when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily floor tasks to ensure accurate picking, packing, sorting and inventory management.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely and in accordance with procedures.
• Assist management with time-keeping and ensuring procedures and policies are followed.
• Maintain a safe, organized work area and address health and safety concerns promptly.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree in Logistics or Business (a plus)

Tools

RF scanners

Sit-down forklift

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Are you ready to take the lead in a hands‑on warehouse supervisor role with a growing international logistics organization?

YOUR CHALLENGES

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the physical processing of inventory while helping coordinate daily floor tasks, keeping the warehouse moving efficiently through hands‑on picking, packing, and sorting, alongside occasional forklift operation and inventory management. The role ensures procedures are followed, customer requirements are met, the warehouse remains secure, and personnel are effectively supervised.

• Assist with planning and scheduling all distribution services, including sorting, retrieving, inventory maintenance, and administrative activities, to ensure customer requirements are met efficiently.
• Participate in selecting temporary employees and testing operator skill sets, when needed, in accordance with Company guidelines.
• Organize incoming parcel shipments into the correct destination bins according to digital scanner instructions.
• Keep floor associates working efficiently, resolve minor scanning or sorting issues, and ensure the work area remains safe and organized.
• Assist management with the time management system by updating employee absences, missed punches, errors, and other time-related requirements.
• Assist management in ensuring warehouse personnel follow established procedures and policies.
• Observe and address warehouse health and safety concerns immediately by notifying the Site Manager or Safety Coordinator/Manager when required.
• Assist in maintaining inventory.
• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment safely and in accordance with all procedures and policies.
• Schedule: Full-Time with Rotating Weekends, Saturday and Sundays. The schedule may change based on operational needs.

YOUR TALENTS

The ideal candidate has:

• 4–6 years of experience in a logistics environment, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience
• Familiarity with RF scanners
• The ability to meet deadlines
• The ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, perform well under pressure and time constraints, and solve problems effectively
• Sit‑down forklift experience
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs and to bend, push, pull, stretch, stand, stoop, squat, grasp, walk, and sit for extended periods
• The ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays when needed
• A High School Diploma or GED; a college degree in Logistics, Business, or a related field is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to read, write, and speak English

YOUR REWARD

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company‑paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Short‑Term Disability & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• H.Essers are Equal Opportunity Employers

7000 REASONS TO CHOOSE H.ESSERS

• Family values: forming a strong foundation of trust and commitment for both employees and clients since 1928
• Job security: in a rapidly changing world
• Ambitious team: with 7000 dedicated colleagues, we strive for excellence and have a greenhouse of ambition and opportunity
• Innovation: in our processes and services, allowing us to serve our customers ever more efficiently and sustainably
• Sustainable international growth: recognizing our social, economic and environmental responsibility as an organization to have a positive impact on society as a whole
• Diversity and inclusion: are crucial to a healthy and productive work environment and are actively embraced within H.Essers

These are just a few reasons why H.Essers is an attractive choice; we are curious to discover your reason(s).