Receiving Supervisor

Hamilton, OH

Department: Logistics

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

We are seeking a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily shipping and receiving operations at a busy manufacturing logistics facility. This individual will oversee warehouse employees, coordinate inbound and outbound freight, maintain inventory accuracy, and ensure safe, efficient operations.

The ideal candidate is a strong floor-level leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance people management, operational performance, and continuous improvement.

• Supervise daily shipping, receiving, staging, and warehouse activities.

• Lead, train, coach, and evaluate warehouse associates.

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, dock scheduling, and carrier activities.

• Manage dock, staging, and yard operations to maintain efficient material flow.

• Ensure inventory accuracy and proper transactions within SAP/WMS.

• Monitor operational KPIs, productivity, quality, and on-time performance.

• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shipping errors, and receiving issues.

• Maintain workplace safety, housekeeping, and 6S standards.

• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and labor allocation based on operational needs.

• Collaborate with production, inventory control, transportation, and other departments.

• Support warehouse audits, process improvements, and operational efficiency initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with company procedures and safety requirements.

• Previous supervisory experience in a warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of shipping, receiving, inventory management, and warehouse operations.

• Experience leading hourly warehouse employees in a fast-paced setting.

• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and inventory controls.

• SAP experience preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work directly on the warehouse floor and address operational challenges.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Additional education in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred.

• Flexibility to provide supervisory coverage across first and second shifts.

Someone with a strong background in shipping and receiving leadership, preferably within an automotive, industrial, or manufacturing operation. They should understand dock management, material flow, inventory accuracy, and employee supervision.

This position requires a supervisor who is comfortable being on the floor, holding employees accountable, solving problems, and improving processes.