Warehouse Supervisor - 1st Shift

Pla-Family-of-Companie; South Carolina; On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay Option

Weekly Pay

PTO

Full Benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with Company Match

Vision Benefits

Dental Coverage

Life Insurance & AD&D

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discounts

Job summary

PLA in Spartanburg, SC is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor for 1st shift. The role oversees daily warehouse operations, aligns with onsite leadership to meet service and quality goals, and drives continuous improvement. A hands-on leader communicates effectively with staff, customers, and senior leadership.

The position emphasizes safety, operational excellence, and accountability, with a 5:00 am–2:00 pm schedule Monday to Friday. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• The candidate demonstrates strong leadership and a hands‑on approach to warehouse challenges.
• Excellent communication with team members, customers, and senior leadership.
• Proven supervisory or leadership experience in a warehouse or production setting.
• Ability to meet and exceed daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.
• Experience with employee scheduling, performance management and HR processes.
• Strong analytical skills to review reports and drive improvements.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily warehouse operations at an assigned facility.
• Partner with onsite leadership to meet customer service and quality standards.
• Track and achieve production goals and review performance reports.
• Coordinate scheduling, timekeeping, and performance management.
• Assist in hiring, training, coaching, and retention of staff.
• Enforce policies, safety protocols, and cost controls.
• Monitor labor costs, minimize waste, and ensure timely orders.
• Serve as the main link between operations, employees, and customers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Supervisory experience

Production goals

Employee scheduling

HR processes

Analytical skills

Safety and quality

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Warehouse Supervisor - 1st Shift

Regular Full-Time Management Spartanburg, SC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4914

Salary: $65,000.00 Annually

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Supervisor plays a critical leadership role in the day-to-day operations of an assigned facility. Reporting to the onsite management team, this position is responsible for overseeing production performance, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety standards, and driving continuous improvement across all operational functions. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and the ability to effectively communicate with team members, customers, and senior leadership. This role is key to upholding our core values of service, sustainability, safety, and operational excellence.

Work Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 5:00 am to 2:00 pm (Monday thru Friday)

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, PLA is a national supply chain solutions provider offering Pallet Management Services, 3PL Services, Reverse Logistics Services, and Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services, handling over 115 million pallets per year for over 1,500 customers. Now one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling companies in the United States, PLA has over 76 facilities, employing upwards of 3500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.

Why Join Us:

• Daily Pay Option– Access your earnings before payday


• Weekly Pay – Get paid on time, every week


• PTO (Paid Time Off)


• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 3 medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield with low weekly premiums starting at $28.75


• Health Savings Account (HSA)– Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings


• 401(k)with Company Match


• Flexible Benefits– Multiple plan options to fit your needs and budget


• Prescription Drug Coverage – Low copays starting at $10 for generic medications


• FREE Life Insurance &AD&D – Basic coverage provided at no cost upon employment


• Vision Benefits– $10 eye exams and $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife starting at $1.46 per week


• Dental Coverage– 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.76 per week


• Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) – Income replacement up to 60% of weekly covered earnings (max $1,500 weekly) for a non-work-related injury or illness.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and confidential support for work stress, grief, legal/financial issues, and more.


• Additional Voluntary Benefits – MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services and Pet Insurance with ASPCA.


• LifeMart employee discounts (through ADP) on everyday stuff and larger purchases (travel, electronics, entertainment, and more)


• Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.

What You'll Be Doing as a Warehouse Supervisor:

• Lead and support daily warehouse operations at an assigned facility.


• Partner with onsite leadership to meet customer service and quality standards.


• Track and achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.


• Review performance reports and identify opportunities for improvement.


• Coordinate employee scheduling, timekeeping, and performance management.


• Assist in hiring, training, coaching, and retaining warehouse staff.


• Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety protocols.


• Monitor labor costs, minimize waste, and ensure timely order fulfillment.


• Serve as the main communication link between operations, employees, and customers.


• Inspire accountability, set clear goals, and promote positive workplace culture.


• Establishes and maintains consistent and proper communication with internal and external management teams.


• Partners with onsite management team to ensure the customer's expectations of the highest level of quality standards and service are achieved.


• Responsible for meeting or exceeding daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.


• Reviews and analyzes daily and weekly reports to ensure constant improvement in operations.


• Partners with onsite management team to ensure timely completion and administration of all employment tasks including employee scheduling, timekeeping, performance reviews, corrective actions, status changes, separations, attendance, and timely submission of required payroll data.


• Supervises or assists in recruiting, hiring, training, and retention of employees.


• Works with the onsite management team in administering operations standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and on-time delivery.


• Serves as an interface between operations, customers, administration, employees, and logistics.


• Provides leadership and guidance to frontline employees. Establishes and communicates goals and objectives. Emphasizes accountability and inspires positive behavior changes.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.


• Ability to effectively communicate with team members, customers, and senior leadership.


• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role, preferably in a warehouse or production environment.


• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed production and operational goals.


• Experience with employee scheduling, performance management, and HR processes.


• Strong analytical skills for reviewing reports and identifying areas for improvement.


• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Physical Requirements:

• This is a physically demanding role in a warehouse/production environment.


• The ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods is required.


• Must be able to move or lift equipment, products, and materials.


• This is a non-climate-controlled warehouse/production environment.


• You may be exposed to dust, loud noise, and fluctuating temperatures (hot and cold).


• All duties require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting [e-mail]. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Supervisor plays a critical leadership role in the day-to-day operations of an assigned facility. Reporting to the onsite management team, this position is responsible for overseeing production performance, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety standards, and driving continuous improvement across all operational functions. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and the ability to effectively communicate with team members, customers, and senior leadership. This role is key to upholding our core values of service, sustainability, safety, and operational excellence.

Work Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 5:00 am to 2:00 pm (Monday thru Friday)

Our Story… So Far

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, PLA is a national supply chain solutions provider offering Pallet Management Services, 3PL Services, Reverse Logistics Services, and Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services, handling over 115 million pallets per year for over 1,500 customers. Now one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling companies in the United States, PLA has over 76 facilities, employing upwards of 3500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.

Why Join Us:

• Daily Pay Option– Access your earnings before payday


• Weekly Pay – Get paid on time, every week


• PTO (Paid Time Off)


• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 3 medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield with low weekly premiums starting at $28.75


• Health Savings Account (HSA)– Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings


• 401(k)with Company Match


• Flexible Benefits– Multiple plan options to fit your needs and budget


• Prescription Drug Coverage – Low copays starting at $10 for generic medications


• FREE Life Insurance &AD&D – Basic coverage provided at no cost upon employment


• Vision Benefits– $10 eye exams and $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife starting at $1.46 per week


• Dental Coverage– 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.76 per week


• Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) – Income replacement up to 60% of weekly covered earnings (max $1,500 weekly) for a non-work-related injury or illness.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and confidential support for work stress, grief, legal/financial issues, and more.


• Additional Voluntary Benefits – MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services and Pet Insurance with ASPCA.


• LifeMart employee discounts (through ADP) on everyday stuff and larger purchases (travel, electronics, entertainment, and more)


• Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.

What You'll Be Doing as a Warehouse Supervisor:

• Lead and support daily warehouse operations at an assigned facility.


• Partner with onsite leadership to meet customer service and quality standards.


• Track and achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.


• Review performance reports and identify opportunities for improvement.


• Coordinate employee scheduling, timekeeping, and performance management.


• Assist in hiring, training, coaching, and retaining warehouse staff.


• Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety protocols.


• Monitor labor costs, minimize waste, and ensure timely order fulfillment.


• Serve as the main communication link between operations, employees, and customers.


• Inspire accountability, set clear goals, and promote positive workplace culture.


• Establishes and maintains consistent and proper communication with internal and external management teams.


• Partners with onsite management team to ensure the customer's expectations of the highest level of quality standards and service are achieved.


• Responsible for meeting or exceeding daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.


• Reviews and analyzes daily and weekly reports to ensure constant improvement in operations.


• Partners with onsite management team to ensure timely completion and administration of all employment tasks including employee scheduling, timekeeping, performance reviews, corrective actions, status changes, separations, attendance, and timely submission of required payroll data.


• Supervises or assists in recruiting, hiring, training, and retention of employees.


• Works with the onsite management team in administering operations standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and on-time delivery.


• Serves as an interface between operations, customers, administration, employees, and logistics.


• Provides leadership and guidance to frontline employees. Establishes and communicates goals and objectives. Emphasizes accountability and inspires positive behavior changes.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.


• Ability to effectively communicate with team members, customers, and senior leadership.


• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role, preferably in a warehouse or production environment.


• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed production and operational goals.


• Experience with employee scheduling, performance management, and HR processes.


• Strong analytical skills for reviewing reports and identifying areas for improvement.


• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Physical Requirements:

• This is a physically demanding role in a warehouse/production environment.


• The ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods is required.


• Must be able to move or lift equipment, products, and materials.


• All duties require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Work Environment:

• This is a non-climate-controlled warehouse/production environment.


• You may be exposed to dust, loud noise, and fluctuating temperatures (hot and cold).


• All duties require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting [e-mail]. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.

1st Shift: 5:00 am to 2:00 pm (Monday thru Friday)