Warehouse Supervisor

Virginia-Diner,-In; Wakefield (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Diner is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipping for our Wakefield, Virginia facility. You will manage a team of warehouse associates, forklift operators, and shipping/receiving clerks, reporting to the Distribution Supervisor.

The role emphasizes GMP/HACCP compliance, FIFO stock rotation, and accurate ERP transactions. This on-site, full-time position offers varied shifts with overtime during seasonal peaks and weekends to ensure

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong inventory control and cycle counting skills.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems (AS400 or similar) and Excel.
• Forklift certification and safe operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipping operations.
• Direct put-away, FIFO stock rotation, and adherence to HACCP/GMP standards.
• Plan daily pick, pack, and loading schedules to meet customer orders.
• Lead, train, and evaluate warehouse staff; address attendance and performance issues.
• Enforce safety policies, PPE use, and housekeeping; coordinate with Safety for incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

ERP/WMS (AS400 or similar)

Excel

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AS400/ERP system

Excel

Job description

The Warehouse Supervisor leads daily receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipping for a food manufacturing and distribution facility, keeping product safe, accurate, and on time while managing a team of warehouse associates.

• Reports to Distribution Supervisor
• Direct reports Warehouse associates, forklift operators, shipping/receiving clerks
• Location Wakefield, Virginia (on site)
• Classification Full-time, compensation based off experience
• Schedule Primarily first shift, 2nd shift during seasonal peaks; occasional overtime, weekends.

Primarily first shift, 2nd shift during seasonal peaks; occasional overtime, weekends.

Key Responsibilities

Receiving and storage

• Inspect inbound shipments against purchase orders and bills of lading; document shortages, damage, and temperature or condition issues.
• Direct put-away to assigned locations; maintain organized, labeled racking, dry storage, and any temperature-controlled areas.
• Verify outbound shipments against BOL and pallets being loaded.
• Ensure that Direct to Consumer orders are picked, scanned and packed correctly.
• Rotate stock using FIFO and monitor shelf-life and best-by dates.

Inventory control

• Run cycle counts and annual physical inventory; investigate and resolve variances within the ERP system.
• Maintain accurate transactions for corrugate and finished goods.

Shipping and logistics

• Plan and staff daily pick, pack, and load schedules to meet customer demands.
• Verify orders for accuracy, labeling, and paperwork; coordinate with carriers and resolve claims.

Team leadership

• Schedule, train, coach, and evaluate warehouse staff; handle attendance and performance issues with Distribution Manager.
• Run daily start-up meetings and assign work by priority.

Safety and facility

• Enforce OSHA, housekeeping, and PPE requirements;
• Work with Safety to investigate incidents and near-misses.
• Keep equipment, docks, and pest-control zones clean and in good working order; submit maintenance requests.

Requirements

Food Safety and Compliance

• Follow and enforce GMP and HACCP/SQF programs in all warehouse activities, including documentation and records.
• Place non-conforming product on hold and notify Quality Assurance immediately.
• Verify trailer condition, seals, and temperatures at receiving and loading.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits and close corrective actions on time.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of warehouse experience, including 1+ year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Working knowledge of inventory management and an ERP/WMS system (AS400 or similar) and Excel.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English; basic math skills.
• Current or obtainable powered industrial truck certification. Stand-up forklift experience a plus.

Preferred

• Associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.
• Experience in food manufacturing or a GFSI-audited facility (SQF, BRCGS). OSHA 10/30 certification.

Core skills

• Leadership and coaching; fair, consistent accountability.
• Attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
• Planning, prioritizing, and problem-solving under deadline.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Stand, walk, bend, and climb for most of a shift; frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift up to 75 lbs with assistance.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, and hand tools.
• Work in a warehouse environment with temperature variation, noise, and dust;
• Wear required PPE.
• Work includes peanut and tree nut allergens.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Success Measures

Inventory accuracy (cycle counts): 98% or better

On-time, in-full shipments: 98% or better

Recordable safety incidents: Zero

Audit findings in warehouse area: Zero major; minor items closed within deadline

Receiving-to-put-away time: Within 24 hours

Team turnover and attendance: Within company goals

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. This description summarizes the main duties of the role and is not an exhaustive list; duties may be changed or assigned as business needs require.