Warehouse Supervisor

Allura; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Plycem USA LLC in Houston, TX seeks a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily warehouse operations, ensure safe material handling, and drive efficient shipping and inventory control. You will supervise staff, coordinate trucking, and enforce safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 3–5 years of supervisory experience, forklift certification, and working knowledge of SAP and Shipwell. Expect 12-hour shift flexibility and a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of warehouse supervisory experience.
• 1-2 years of experience with truckload and LTL shipping.
• Working knowledge of SAP and basic computer applications (MS Office).
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, trucking processes, and material handling.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, staging and shipping.
• Plan truckload and LTL shipments; negotiate carrier rates; complete shipping paperwork; transact in SAP and Shipwell.
• Maintain FIFO inventory; perform monthly cycle counts and support physical inventories.
• Supervise, schedule and direct warehouse staff to meet production and shipping needs.
• Train, coach and hold employees accountable for performance, quality, and safety.
• Foster teamwork and effective cross-department communication.

Skills

Team leadership

Warehouse operations

MS Office

Forklift operation

Truckload shipping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Shipwell

Job description

DIVISION/LOCATION: Plycem USA LLC, Houston, TX

POSITION TITLE: Warehouse Supervisor

SUPERVISOR TITLE: Inventory & Warehouse Supervisor

SUPERVISORY ROLE:Supervise and coordinate all warehouse activities and personnel

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The Warehouse Supervisor manages all day-to-day warehouse activities to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate movement of fiber cement products. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supervising personnel, coordinating operations, and maintaining a safe, well-organized warehouse environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily Warehouse Operations

• Oversee all daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, staging, and shipping.
• Plan truckload and LTL shipments, negotiate rates with carriers, prepare and print shipping paperwork, and complete accurate and timely transactions in SAP and Shipwell.
• Maintain FIFO inventory practices; perform monthly cycle counts and support physical inventories.
• Order warehouse supplies, manage trash and recycling removal, and ensure overall facility organization.
• Oversee forklift and material-handling equipment readiness, including basic inspections and coordination of maintenance.
• Unload inbound containers and load outbound trucks as needed to support operations.
• Supervise, schedule, and direct warehouse employees to meet production and shipping requirements.
• Train, coach, and hold employees accountable for performance, quality, and safety.
• Foster teamwork and effective communication across warehouse, production, and logistics teams.
• Maintain effective working relationships and service-oriented communication with internal departments.

Safety Leadership

• Champion a strong safety culture for employees, contractors, and drivers.
• Enforce all warehouse SOPs, safety policies, and PPE requirements.
• Coordinate with drivers to ensure compliance with site safety procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and support continuous safety improvement efforts.
• Ability to work overtime, extended shifts (including 12-hour shifts), and weekends as required.
• Flexibility to adjust schedules to meet changing operational needs.

% of Time

Duties and Responsibilities

25%

Day-to day warehouse management / safety leadership

20%

Load planning and coordination, negotiating rates with carriers

20%

Cycle counting, inventory accuracy, and system transactions

15%

Loading and unloading trucks/containers with forklift to support operations

10%

10%

REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

• 3-5 years of warehouse supervisory experience
• 1-2 of experience with truckload and LTL shipping
• Working knowledge of SAP and basic computer applications (MS Office)
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, trucking processes, and material handling
• Forklift certification (or the ability to obtain)

Education:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Operate a computer and standard office equipment.
• Walk, stand, and move between indoor and outdoor work areas.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, reaching, and climbing ladders.
• Frequently push, pull, or carry items under 50 lbs; seldom 50 lbs or more.
• Remain focused and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, distracting environment.
• Operate a forklift for extended periods.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, essential functions, and activities may change any time with or without notice.

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment either expressed or implied. The employer and employee may both exercise their ‘At-Will’ employment rights at any time.