Outbound Dock Supervisor (shift hours 4pm - 1am)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a dedicated Supervisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in freight/dock operations and possess strong leadership skills to oversee daily activities.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

● Manage and supervise staff to ensure efficient operations

● Coordinate and prioritize workflow to meet operational demands

● Train, mentor, and motivate team members to enhance performance

● Monitor inventory levels and oversee materials handling processes

● Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) for inventory tracking

● Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies

● Oversee shipping and receiving activities, including 3PL coordination

● Conduct regular inspections of equipment and facilities, reporting any maintenance needs

● Resolve operational issues and address employee concerns promptly

● Other duties as assigned

 

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

● Previous experience in a freight/dock/union environment with knowledge of logistics operations

● Proficiency in using warehouse management systems

● Strong mechanical knowledge for equipment troubleshooting and maintenance

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective team management

● Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and materials handling processes

● Experience in a supervisory role within a warehouse setting

● Knowledge of 3PL operations and best practices

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

● Constant walking and/or standing (limited sitting in office environment)

● Frequent use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects or controls, including pens

● Occasional bending, twisting, or stooping

● Occasional reaching above shoulders

● May need to use electronic devices like tablets or smartphones with touchscreens that require fine finger or wrist movements

● Non-climate control warehouse/dock environment

 

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.