Warehouse Supervisor

UNIS; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UNIS is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily operations across receiving, inventory, picking, packing, and shipping, ensuring safety, accuracy, and productivity. This hands-on role bridges strategy with frontline teams and supports continuous process improvements to meet customer commitments.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in warehouse operations, proven supervisory experience, and strong communication skills, with hands-on forklift proficiency and a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in warehouse operations with end-to-end distribution experience.
• Proven supervisory/leadership experience in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in daily warehouse operations, inventory control, safety, and workflow planning.
• Hands-on with warehouse equipment, including forklifts.
• Strong verbal and written communication, professional email etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse operations across receiving, inventory, picking, packing, shipping, and material handling to meet service and productivity goals.
• Supervise, coach, and develop warehouse associates while fostering accountability, engagement, and a culture of safety and operational excellence.
• Monitor warehouse performance metrics, labor utilization, and workflow priorities, making real-time adjustments to optimize throughput, accuracy, and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, safety standards, inventory controls, and warehouse operating procedures.
• Partner with warehouse leadership and Human Resources on employee development, performance management, staffing, and retention initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Communication

Job description

Overview

The Warehouse Supervisor is a pivotal role within our organization, responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of daily warehouse operations, driving productivity, and maintaining a consistent focus on safety, accuracy, and efficiency. Reporting directly to warehouse leadership, this hands‑on position acts as a bridge between strategic leadership and frontline operational teams, playing a critical role in fostering an engaged, high‑performing workforce. By aligning warehouse activities with broader organizational objectives, the Warehouse Supervisor ensures customer commitments are met, operational processes are continuously improved, and team development is prioritized, contributing directly to the company's success in optimizing supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse operations across receiving, inventory, picking, packing, shipping, and material handling functions to ensure service and productivity goals are achieved.
• Supervise, coach, and develop warehouse associates while fostering accountability, engagement, and a culture of safety and operational excellence.
• Monitor warehouse performance metrics, labor utilization, and workflow priorities, making real‑time adjustments to optimize throughput, accuracy, and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, safety standards, inventory controls, and warehouse operating procedures.
• Partner with warehouse leadership and Human Resources on employee development, performance management, staffing, and retention initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• 1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse operations, demonstrating a strong understanding of the end-to-end distribution process.
• 2. Proven supervisory or leadership experience, with a track record of managing, coaching, and developing teams in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• 3. Proficiency in day-to-day warehouse operations, including familiarity with inventory control practices, safety management, and workflow planning.
• 4. Operational proficiency in warehouse equipment such as forklifts, with a willingness to be hands‑on and work directly on the warehouse floor as needed.
• 5. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including professional email etiquette, to ensure clear and effective interaction with team members and other stakeholders.

Preferred Requirements

• 1. Experience in implementing and managing warehouse process improvement initiatives, focusing on safety, efficiency, and quality in a supply chain context.
• 2. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and data‑driven decision‑making tools to enhance operational visibility and control.
• 3. Exposure to the logistics or third‑party logistics (3PL) industry, including direct involvement in customer‑centric and technology‑driven operations.