Warehouse Supervisor

vital transportation; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Transportation Corp. is seeking a dependable, hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily operations, supervise personnel, and ensure freight is received, stored, and shipped safely and efficiently.

The role requires proactive leadership in a fast-paced environment and collaboration with customer service, dispatch, and transportation teams. You will manage warehouse activities, enforce safety standards, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining accurate records and strong team

Qualifications

• 3+ years of warehouse experience, with supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, distribution, or 3PL warehouse operations preferred.
• Forklift experience required; forklift certification preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills and experience with WMS preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks on the warehouse floor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, unloading, loading, transloading, staging, and outbound shipments.
• Ensure inventory is handled accurately and maintain proper inventory control.
• Coordinate schedules and prioritize work based on customer requirements and deadlines.
• Ensure outbound freight is prepared and ready for transportation.
• Monitor productivity and identify opportunities to improve workflow and efficiency.
• Maintain receiving records and shipment paperwork.

Skills

3+ years warehouse experience

Supervisory leadership

Forklift experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitask management

WMS experience

Tools

Forklift

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Warehouse supervisor

Position Summary

Vital Transportation Corp. is seeking a dependable, hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, supervise warehouse personnel, and ensure all freight is received, handled, stored, and shipped safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate is an organized leader who can manage a fast-paced warehouse environment, hold employees accountable, maintain productivity, and communicate effectively with customer service, dispatch, and transportation teams.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations

• Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, unloading, loading, transloading, staging, and outbound shipments.
• Ensure all freight is handled accurately and efficiently while maintaining proper inventory control.
• Coordinate warehouse schedules and prioritize work based on customer requirements and delivery deadlines.
• Ensure outbound freight is properly prepared and ready for transportation.
• Monitor warehouse productivity and identify opportunities to improve workflow and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate warehouse documentation, receiving records, and shipment paperwork.

Employee Supervision

• Supervise, train, and develop warehouse associates and equipment operators.
• Assign daily responsibilities and monitor employee performance.
• Ensure employees follow company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Address attendance, performance, and disciplinary issues when necessary.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.

Safety & Facility Management

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Conduct routine inspections of warehouse areas and equipment.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Enforce proper material handling, loading, unloading, and storage procedures.
• Identify and report safety hazards, damaged freight, and operational concerns.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA standards and company safety policies.

Communication & Coordination

• Work closely with Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) and dispatch to coordinate inbound and outbound freight.
• Communicate shipment status, delays, damages, and operational issues promptly.
• Coordinate priorities to ensure customer commitments and transportation schedules are met.
• Provide management with updates on staffing, productivity, and warehouse performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of warehouse experience, preferably in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, distribution, or 3PL warehouse operations preferred.
• Forklift experience required; forklift certification preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills and experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred.
• Ability to work on the warehouse floor and perform physical tasks when necessary.

What We Are Looking For

• A hands-on leader who leads by example.
• Someone who takes ownership of warehouse performance and daily operations.
• A supervisor who holds employees accountable while maintaining a professional work environment.
• Someone who understands the importance of accuracy, cleanliness, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• A proactive problem-solver who does not wait for issues to elevate before addressing them.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Ability to safely navigate warehouse floors and loading areas.