Warehouse Supervisor — Lead Safe, Efficient Ops (Forklift Certified)

Compass Group USA; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Compass Group USA's ESFM division seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, supervise staff, ensure safe and efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution of materials. The role emphasizes forklift safety and adherence to OSHA standards, with a focus on accuracy and process improvements.

The ideal candidate will lead a team, maintain safety compliance, coordinate with vendors, and manage workflow to support a high‑performing warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification current and valid.
• 2–4 years of warehouse or logistics experience; 1+ year in a leadership role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying warehouse conditions.
• Proficiency with WMS and basic computer applications.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Warehouse Operations — Manage daily workflow including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory replenishment.
• Team Leadership — Supervise warehouse associates, assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide coaching and training.
• Forklift Operation — Safely operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment; ensure all staff follow equipment safety protocols.
• Safety Compliance — Enforce OSHA, company, and site‑specific safety standards; conduct regular safety checks and incident reporting.
• Inventory Management — Maintain accurate inventory counts, oversee cycle counts, and resolve discrepancies.
• Process Improvement — Identify operational inefficiencies and implement solutions to improve productivity and accuracy.

Skills

Forklift Certification

Leadership Experience

WMS Proficiency

Communication Skills

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Compass Group USA's ESFM division seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, supervise staff, ensure safe and efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution of materials. The role emphasizes forklift safety and adherence to OSHA standards, with a focus on accuracy and process improvements.

The ideal candidate will lead a team, maintain safety compliance, coordinate with vendors, and manage workflow to support a high‑performing warehouse environment.