Warehouse Supervisor

Warehouse Supervisor

The main function of a Warehouse Supervisor is to oversee warehouse employees to meet business objectives concerning safety, quality, productivity, and responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and support hourly employees with needs and concerns as required.
• Address performance behaviors by commending positives and discouraging negatives.
• Use the Quality Network problem-solving process to address opportunities and engage workforce for ideas.
• Apply Workplace Organization (WPO) process to improve layouts and efficiency.
• Perform daily Timekeeping System (TKS) updates to ensure accurate payroll data processing.
• Use A-3 reporting format to document problem-solving activities and observe local A-3 guidelines.
• Conduct daily meetings to communicate business performance and have two-way discussions with employees.
• Perform and document weekly safety observation tours of departments.
• Plan daily workloads in advance.
• Support colleagues to optimize shift performance.
• Observe contractual requirements (National and Local).
• Enforce Shop Rules.
• Perform daily SOP audit checks.
• Advance skills through Individual Development Plan (IDP) process.
• Keep General Supervisor Shop Committee informed of all pending activities.

Essential Skills

• Supervisory and management skills with experience in directly supervising and managing employees.
• Ability to lead, motivate others, and perform progressive discipline, including verbal counseling, write-ups, and terminations.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory, shipping and receiving.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Proficiency in basic math and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of scheduling and other management systems.
• Analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with others, motivate employees, and elicit work output.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school graduate with at least 1-2 years of technical or business school training.
• Training in skilled trades or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience with warehouse management and disciplinary issues.
• Familiarity with Kronos and timekeeping systems.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity is a stepping stone into a renowned Customer Care and Aftersales organization, responsible for the warehousing and distribution of aftermarket parts. The facility boasts a history of nurturing hardworking agency employees into direct hires, offering career growth and stability.

Work Environment

This is a two-shift operation, with the opening for the 2nd shift from 2:30pm to 11pm. The work schedule typically involves 10 hours of overtime per week, with flexibility required for both shifts. The facility operates Monday through Friday, with potential weekend work, and may require working 7+ days a week for several weeks. The dress code is business casual, with no open-toed shoes or heels. The facility processes automotive parts for the GM Dealership network, involving staging, packaging, and shipping operations. Supervisors engage in daily SPQRC (Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, and Cost) meetings to ensure smooth departmental operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of LANSING, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in LANSING,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.