Warehouse Supervisor - Day Shift

Nestlé S.A.; Thonotosassa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead the Thonotosassa Equipment Warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, storage, shipping, and cross-functional collaboration. The role focuses on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement to support customer satisfaction and equipment availability across the network.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in warehouse or related fields, 2+ years of supervisory experience, forklift certification, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain experience.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Forklift certification and experience with material handling equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and warehouse inventory systems.
• Knowledge of SAP or ERP systems preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong safety-first culture.
• Lead daily safety discussions, audits, observations, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé safety standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Direct daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, shipping, and returns processing.
• Coordinate outbound shipments to customers, field service teams, third-party logistics providers, and other company locations.
• Maintain warehouse organization and optimization of storage locations to maximize space utilization and productivity.
• Use operational data, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods to identify opportunities, implement corrective actions, improve procedures, and enhance safety, service, cost, quality, and productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP/ERP systems

Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for leading the daily operations of the Thonotosassa Equipment Warehouse, including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, equipment storage, shipping, logistics coordination, and support of refurbishment and field service operations. This role ensures a safe, organized, and highly efficient warehouse environment that supports customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and equipment availability across the network.

The Warehouse Supervisor develops and empowers warehouse team members while driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, inventory accuracy, and service performance. This position works cross-functionally with Refurbishment, Production, Supply Chain, Transportation, Customer Service, Field Service, and other operational partners to ensure equipment and parts flow efficiently to support business objectives.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety Leadership

• Promote and maintain a strong safety-first culture.
• Lead daily safety discussions, audits, observations, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé safety standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in ergonomics, material handling practices, forklift operations, and housekeeping standards.
• Investigate incidents and near misses and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Warehouse Operations

• Direct daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, shipping, and returns processing.
• Ensure equipment, parts, and materials are stored, handled, and distributed accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate outbound shipments to customers, field service teams, third-party logistics providers, and other company locations.
• Manage inbound deliveries and ensure timely processing of incoming inventory and equipment.
• Maintain warehouse organization and optimization of storage locations to maximize space utilization and productivity.
• Use operational data, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods to identify opportunities, implement corrective actions, improve procedures, and enhance safety, service, cost, quality, and productivity.

Inventory Management

• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and ongoing process controls.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations teams to maintain equipment and parts availability.
• Analyze inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support asset tracking, equipment accountability, and inventory reporting requirements.
• Supervise, coach, develop, and engage warehouse team members.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures.
• Build team capability and ensure employees are properly trained on safety procedures, warehouse processes, and equipment operation.
• Support succession planning and cross-training initiatives to enhance workforce flexibility.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years of warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain experience.
• Equipment warehousing, refurbishment operations or parts management preferred.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating within a safety-focused environment.
• Forklift certification and experience with material handling equipment.
• Strong technical and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop others.
• Able to organize, coordinate, and direct users and teams.
• Strong focus on driving results, problem-solving and implementing change.
• Ability to convey a positive attitude and encourage a learning environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and warehouse inventory systems.
• Knowledge of SAP or ERP systems preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience preferred.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for leading the daily operations of the Thonotosassa Equipment Warehouse, including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, equipment storage, shipping, logistics coordination, and support of refurbishment and field service operations. This role ensures a safe, organized, and highly efficient warehouse environment that supports customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and equipment availability across the network.

The Warehouse Supervisor develops and empowers warehouse team members while driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, inventory accuracy, and service performance. This position works cross-functionally with Refurbishment, Production, Supply Chain, Transportation, Customer Service, Field Service, and other operational partners to ensure equipment and parts flow efficiently to support business objectives.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety Leadership

• Promote and maintain a strong safety-first culture.
• Lead daily safety discussions, audits, observations, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé safety standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in ergonomics, material handling practices, forklift operations, and housekeeping standards.
• Investigate incidents and near misses and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Warehouse Operations

• Direct daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, shipping, and returns processing.
• Ensure equipment, parts, and materials are stored, handled, and distributed accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate outbound shipments to customers, field service teams, third-party logistics providers, and other company locations.
• Manage inbound deliveries and ensure timely processing of incoming inventory and equipment.
• Maintain warehouse organization and optimization of storage locations to maximize space utilization and productivity.
• Use operational data, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods to identify opportunities, implement corrective actions, improve procedures, and enhance safety, service, cost, quality, and productivity.

Inventory Management

• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and ongoing process controls.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations teams to maintain equipment and parts availability.
• Analyze inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support asset tracking, equipment accountability, and inventory reporting requirements.
• Supervise, coach, develop, and engage warehouse team members.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures.
• Build team capability and ensure employees are properly trained on safety procedures, warehouse processes, and equipment operation.
• Support succession planning and cross-training initiatives to enhance workforce flexibility.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment.

EDUCATION_REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years of warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain experience.
• Equipment warehousing, refurbishment operations or parts management preferred.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating within a safety-focused environment.
• Forklift certification and experience with material handling equipment.
• Strong technical and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop others.
• Able to organize, coordinate, and direct users and teams.
• Strong focus on driving results, problem-solving and implementing change.
• Ability to convey a positive attitude and encourage a learning environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and warehouse inventory systems.
• Knowledge of SAP or ERP systems preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience preferred.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.