Warehouse Supervisor Jobs in Iowa

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for managing a warehouse department by customarily and regularly directing the work of at least two or more full-time associates or their equivalent associates that report to them. The individual in this position will oversee and coordinate daily warehousing activities, implement production, productivity, quality, and customer service standards, and achieve the appropriate level of production within established time limits. Hours: 6:30a.m. - 2:30p.m. Mon-Fri. Overtime (including weekends) may be required.

To Perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential function.

• Supervise associates engaged in various warehouse functions; assign and prioritize daily tasks; determine priorities and work assignments; ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments, products, and materials.
• Maintain staffing level to accomplish warehouse operations in an effective and efficient manner; prepare work schedules to meet customer requirements and expectations and company schedules and specifications; use independent judgment to assign team member work duties to meet operational requirements; make sure team members and co-workers have the information needed to perform their job duties; approve leave and overtime as appropriate.
• Lead regular and periodic department meetings; ensure labor and other expenses are in line with budget.
• Inspect operations to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, specifications, and customer requirements and expectations.
• Measure, track, and report on quality and productivity of assigned department(s).
• Direct storage of products, inventory activities, shipping and receiving, loading, and unloading, cycle counts, incoming and outgoing receipts and documentation, and other warehousing related activities.
• Manage the state of the powered industrial truck fleet; responsible for organizing preventative maintenance and requisitioning new or replacement equipment.
• Monitors the flow of paperwork for timely data entry.
• Supervise team members in a manner that enables growth and success through feedback, training, and encouragement. Ensure team members have access to provide regular feedback and understand how their job duties support the company’s mission and have the right tools/resources to do their jobs well.
• Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
• Continually evaluate processes, make recommendations, and implement improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Establish and document standard operating procedures and ensure the team is adhering to them.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness. Understand and apply lean manufacturing tools and methodology to lead team in continuous improvement activities.
• Adhere to established company values, practices, policies, and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.

The individual may be asked to perform other duties as requested.

An individual qualified for this job must be able to:

• Lead and inspire team members; must be able to relate to and build team working relationships.
• Use good judgement when making decisions.
• Exhibit familiarity with warehouse work and safety procedures.
• Safely and efficiently operate a forklift and other motorized equipment.
• Operate a computer—PC proficiency. Understand and use warehouse management systems.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
• Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
• Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
• Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities, and job knowledge.
• Efficiently perform accurate mathematical calculations.
• Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
• Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
• Use equipment, resources, and time in an efficient and effective manner.
• Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
• Be professional in all interactions and dealings with co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.

• Associate degree in a related field, six months related experience, or any satisfactory combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties.
• Must be able to obtain forklift license through Highline Warren Distribution.
• Proven warehouse supervisory experience.
• Warehouse and logistics experience preferred.
• Management/leadership experience or education preferred.

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

• Remain in a stationary position while supervising team members and completing office tasks.
• Regularly move about to perform job duties and while supervising warehousing functions in a large warehouse facility.
• Ascend/descend stairs/ladders while supervising warehousing functions and team members.
• Reach overhead to unload products, conduct inventory audits, and check equipment.
• Operate, position, and use a wide variety of hand tools and equipment, including forklifts.
• Observe and interact with associates and equipment in warehouse setting.
• Perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels and have the ability to exchange detailed information..

The environmental conditions described here are representative of those the associate encounters while performing the Essential Functions of the job.

• The individual will work in an office setting in the same room as other individuals. Noise levels are average for an office and include conversation and/or office equipment noise.
• The individual will also be expected to work in a warehouse environment, which may include being exposed to moving machinery, working in high/precarious places, marked changes in temperature and humidity, and dust, odors and fumes. Typical noise level is loud.

The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments.