Warehouse Supervisor

Batteries Plus; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Batteries Plus is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee receiving, fulfillment, and shipping operations in our Milwaukee DC. You will guide daily activities, manage workload, and drive safety and quality metrics across the team.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to analyze operation reports. Candidates should be prepared to supervise a busy team and support continuous improvement initiatives within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising distribution/warehouse teams.
• Ability to read reports and documentation.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, fulfillment, and shipping operations.
• Lead daily warehouse activities and ensure safety compliance.
• Train and develop staff; conduct performance evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or 4 years experience in lieu

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Warehouse

Operations (Receiving, Fulfillment, Shipping) Supervise daily operations

across receiving, order fulfillment, and shipping functions to meet

service and quality goals. Guide warehouse associates in workload

distribution and provide direct support in task execution. Measure and

report on production and quality metrics daily, weekly, and monthly.

Ensure proper receiving processes, including unloading, inspection,

documentation, and stocking of materials. Ensure timely and accurate

staging, verification, and shipment of customer orders. Operate

forklifts or other equipment if trained and certified; ensure all

materials are handled per standard operating procedures. Maintain a

clean, hazard-free work environment and support continuous improvement

initiatives. People Management and Leadership Schedule and adjust

staffing based on operational needs within budgeted guidelines. Conduct

shift meetings, delegate responsibilities, and ensure policies are

consistently followed. Train, coach, and develop team members for

performance, engagement, and potential future roles. Provide ongoing

feedback, recognition, and progressive discipline as needed. Perform

timely performance evaluations and maintain performance documentation.

Collaborate with leads to ensure team productivity, alignment with

goals, and morale. Safety and Compliance Promote and enforce adherence

to all safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE)

requirements. Conduct accident investigations and incident reporting

promptly and thoroughly. Ensure team members are trained in warehouse

safety protocols and procedures. Identify and report safety hazards,

damaged goods, or unsafe practices. Participate in and support safety

training initiatives and compliance programs. Other Duties This job

description is intended to outline the general nature and key

responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive

List Of All Duties, Responsibilities, Or Qualifications Associated Withthe position. Duties and responsibilities may evolve or change over time

based on business needs, without advance notice. Education and

Experience High School Diploma Or Equivalent Strongly Preferred.Associate's degree or four years of experience in lieu of a degree.

Minimum of 3 years of distribution center supervisory experience. Must

have thorough knowledge of distribution center operations, including

receiving, shipping, picking, packing, forklift operation, and be

cross-trained in all areas. Forklift certified (or ability to become

certified). Effective communication skills with the ability to clearly

explain procedures and provide direction. Strong analytical,

organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in basic math and

able to interpret and create reports and documentation. Demonstrates a

proactive and collaborative leadership style focused on team

development. Physical Requirements / Work Environment The physical

Demands Required To Perform The Essential Responsibilities Of Thisposition are as follows. Reasonable accommodations, if necessary and/or

as required by law, will be made available. Regularly required to stand,

walk, handle materials, talk, and hear. Occasional movements include

sitting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and working above

shoulder height. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and

occasionally operate machinery to lift items over 100 pounds. This

position requires the associate to regularly use electronic scanning

devices. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, including eye

protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear. EEOC Statement Batteries

Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and associates are

free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex

(including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental

status, national origin, age, disabi ity, genetic information (including

family medical history), political affiliation, military service,

pregnancy accommodations, reprisal, other non-merit based factors, and

any other protections afforded under state or local laws. *****