Warehouse Supervisor

Holt Logistics Corp.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Logistics Corp. in Philadelphia seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to lead a team of front-line staff and oversee daily warehouse operations, reporting to the Warehouse Manager.

The role focuses on staff performance, safety compliance, inventory control, and coordinating with shipping, drivers, and customers to maintain efficient, secure, and accurate logistics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with warehouse and logistics operations.
• Professional appearance and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security credentials (e.g., TWIC or site-specific clearance).

Responsibilities

• Train warehouse personnel in SOPs and safe work practices.
• Manage inventory, counts, and product audits.
• Coordinate with shipping staff, drivers, customers, and warehouse employees to ensure smooth operations.
• Communicate and collaborate with warehouse supervisors and managers on daily activities and priorities.
• Maintain and organize storage areas to maximize efficiency and workflow.
• Enforce safety procedures and ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage and repackage as needed.
• Handle boxes, pallets, and other materials safely, including lifting 50+ pounds.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Strong communication

Warehouse operations

Safety compliance

TWIC clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary:

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees a team of warehouse employees and all front-line warehouse operations, while also being able to perform the essential duties of a warehouse worker. This role reports directly to the Warehouse Manager and is responsible for staff performance, efficiency, and compliance with company policies and safety regulations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Train warehouse personnel in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices
• Manage inventory, conduct counts, and perform product audits
• Coordinate with shipping staff, drivers, customers, and warehouse employees to ensure smooth operations
• Communicate and collaborate with warehouse supervisors and managers on daily activities and priorities
• Maintain and organize storage areas to maximize efficiency and workflow
• Enforce safety procedures and ensure compliance with OSHA standards

Essential Job Functions:

• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment
• Inspect incoming goods for damage and remove or repackage as needed
• Handle boxes, pallets, and other materials safely, including lifting 50+ pounds

Preferred, but not required:

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Experience handling container cargo (e.g., jockey truck, yard truck, top pick, etc.)
• Ability to complete equipment inspections and safely operate trucks for material movement

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff
• Familiarity with warehouse and logistics operations preferred
• Professional appearance and communication skills to represent the company positively
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security credentials (e.g., TWIC or site-specific clearance)

Work Conditions:

This position is in a warehouse environment that may include refrigerated or climate-controlled areas. Employees should expect exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.), along with extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity.