Warehouse Supervisor

Wabtec Careers; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 62,100 - 85,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Wabtec Careers in Kansas City is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehousing activities. You will manage a diverse team and ensure efficient operations across various departments.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of warehouse experience with a strong emphasis on safety, accountability, and results. The role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits aimed at supporting your work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of warehouse experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Valid forklift operator's license and/or 'Train-the-Trainer' certification preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols and 5S lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day warehouse activities, including receiving, warehousing, and quality targets.
• Hire, train, and mentor warehouse staff.
• Ensure stock accuracy through regular cycle counts and audits.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Inventory management

Education

Associate Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

As a Warehouse Supervisor you will work with a diverse team, including forklift operators, receiving technicians and material controllers. You will collaborate with managers and colleagues in Operations, Purchasing, Master Scheduling and Quality to ensure efficient operations. You will also frequently liaise with Human Resources for staffing and hiring decisions, conflict resolution, and policy adherence.

How will you make the difference

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehousing activities. The successful candidate will coordinate receiving, warehousing, lineside materials and inventory cycle counts while leading a diverse team to meet productivity, quality, and safety standards. This role requires a hands‑on leader who can balance floor-level supervision with administrative reporting to ensure seamless customer satisfaction. The Warehouse Supervisor position has direct influence on business service levels, cost control, and operational reliability.

4800 Deramus Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120

What we want to know about you:

Minimum Qualifications and requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3‑5 years of warehouse experience, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Associate Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration preferred.
• Valid forklift operator's license and/or “Train‑the‑Trainer” certification preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with SAP or Oracle preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A hands‑on, results‑driven leader who takes ownership and drives accountability at all levels.
• Strong problem‑solving capability with the ability to act quickly and effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence with respect to material flow.
• Ability to manage, train, and schedule warehouse staff, as well as conduct performance evaluations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence, motivate, coach, and drive accountability to deliver results through others.
• Strong conflict‑resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication (attention to detail).
• Exceptional organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple daily priorities and troubleshoot issues.
• Experience with cycle counting and inventory management.
• Understands the importance of the receiving function and its impact on inventory accuracy (verifying shipments against purchase orders and updating inventory records in the ERP).
• Operational experience related to organizing and optimizing warehouse space and ensuring proper inventory placement.
• Familiar with health and safety protocols and 5S lean principles.

What will your typical day look like?

• Manage day‑to‑day warehouse activities, including receiving, warehousing, picking and lineside health ensuring consistent achievement of throughput, service, and quality targets.
• Lead and develop hourly warehouse teams with a clear focus on safety, accountability, and results.
• Hire, train, and mentor warehouse staff. Conduct performance evaluations, set shift schedules, and manage labor hours.
• Proactively assess staffing, workflows, and performance gaps, taking decisive action to improve outcomes.
• Build capability across the team through coaching, training, and clear performance expectations.
• Maintain a strong, solutions‑oriented presence on the floor.
• Ensure stock accuracy through regular cycle counts, physical inventory audits, and reconciliation of system variances.
• Enforce strict adherence to health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure facility.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maximize efficiency and space utilization.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as Purchasing to streamline receipts and resolve receiving/invoice issues.
• Analyze reports on productivity and key performance indicators for senior management.

What about the physical demand of the job:

Physical Demands

• Employees must be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods during meetings and floor coordination.
• Frequent visits to the production floor or warehouse may require walking, bending or standing.
• Ability to lift or move objects up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office‑based and manufacturing environment with frequent use of a computer and other standard office equipment.

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $62,100‑$85,300. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value‑added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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