Warehouse Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Optimas; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimas Solutions is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Columbus, Indiana. The role involves overseeing warehouse team members, managing packing and shipping operations, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of leadership experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment, strong communication skills, and proficiency in logistics software. This position includes a competitive compensation scheme aimed at motivating and retaining employees.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years leadership experience in a fast-paced warehouse setting.
• Experience managing a team of 10+ associates.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse team and oversee operations.
• Manage orders and ensure quality/safety standards.
• Train new team members and handle concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Logistics

Forklift Operation

Team Management

Education

Degree in Logistics or relevant discipline

Tools

MS Teams

MS Outlook

MS Excel

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor - 2nd shift

Optimas Solutions

Position Overview

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees all warehouse team members and activities, including packing, shipping and receiving of finished goods and raw materials.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse team.
• Lead and oversee warehouse, packing, shipping, and receiving functions.
• Effectively manage orders, adhering to quality and safety standards.
• Ensure accuracy of shipments and all supporting documentation.
• Receive and route incoming materials.
• Ensure inventory transactions are correctly logged; perform cycle counts and reconciliation.
• Train new team members: ensure team members are following business practices.
• Address any concerns with team members; collaborate with distribution center leadership and HR.
• Approve time and attendance; obtain overtime authorizations.
• Attend daily meetings to communicate and establish priorities.
• Plan and schedule tasks; provide leadership and motivation.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Build effective relations with other shifts to ensure success of all operations.
• Research errors, determine root cause, ensure associates are re‑trained, and document conversations with associates.
• Available to work required hours to ensure shift preparedness and maximize time with team during hours of operation.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Vision.
• Results driven.
• Embrace change.
• Collaboration and Influence.
• Entrepreneurial spirit.

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Logistics, Business or relevant discipline preferred.
• Distribution center experience highly preferred.
• 3-5 years leadership experience required, fast paced, high volume warehouse/distribution center setting preferred.
• Experience managing a team of 10+ associates.
• Ability to read, understand and complete controlled documents.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Leadership: positive attitude with ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with PC & MS (Teams, Outlook, Excel).
• Forklift experience required / will have to train.
• Ability to come in on short notice/work weekends.

Compensation

Optimas Solutions provides a competitive compensation scheme to motivate and retain employees. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Optimas Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.