Warehouse Supervisor

Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Smyrna, TN
Reports to: Distribution Center Manager

Summary/Objective:

The Lead Warehouse Trainer plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of warehouse operations. This position is responsible for training new and existing team members on proper handling, movement, and storage of heavy materials—including wooden cabinets weighing up to 150 lbs. The Trainer will also support the Distribution Center Manager in daily operations, meeting productivity goals, team development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Train warehouse team members on safe lifting techniques, equipment usage, and operational procedures.
• Support onboarding and ongoing training for new hires and cross-training for existing staff.
• Monitor and reinforce safety protocols, including PPE usage and hazard awareness.
• Assist the Distribution Center Manager in achieving productivity, quality, and safety goals.
• Assist the Distribution Center Manager in daily and weekly reporting.
• Lead by example in performing labor-intensive tasks, including lifting, moving, and staging heavy cabinets.
• Maintain training documentation and track team member progress.
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers to identify training needs and performance gaps.
• Support warehouse operations in all weather conditions—rain, snow, cold, and heat.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and contribute to operational excellence.

Required Competencies:

• Strong professionalism, leadership and communication skills
• Ability to train and motivate others effectively
• Hands-on experience in warehouse or distribution environments
• Commitment to safety and physical endurance
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

Work Environment:

This role operates in a non climate controlled warehouse and outdoor environment. Exposure to loud noise, heavy lifting, and extreme weather conditions is expected.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to team lift and move items up to 150 lbs regularly
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical labor for extended periods
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions

Preferred Experience:

• 3+ years in a warehouse or distribution center role leading teams
• Experience in training and team leadership
• Familiarity with building materials or cabinet handling a plus