Warehouse Shift Supervisor Job Description
Warehouse Shift Supervisor Job Profile and Description
Warehouse Shift supervisor is one who directs and oversees the functions of warehouse clerks, associates and other staff personal. The duties of a shift supervisor are basically of administration and scheduling the working of warehouse employees. However, this position also requires the individual to work in a dynamic environment and exercise prompt decision-making and problem solving abilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Scheduling and supervising the activities and the functions of the warehouse staff
- Assigning daily tasks and evaluating the work of the subordinates.
- Ensuring the proper and timely completion of all warehouse activities.
- Interviewing and recruiting employees and organizing on the job training activities.
- Ensuring the safety of all workers in the warehouse as per Occupational Safety and Health Administration norms.
- Inspecting and overseeing the inventory records of the warehouse and keeping track of all inbound and outbound supplies.
- Regularly inspecting and ensuring the maintenance of all warehouse equipment and machinery.
- Making inventory and evaluation reports pertaining to the warehouse.
Skills and Specifications
- Ability to efficiently lead a team, delegate, supervise functions and keep subordinates motivated.
- Should have good oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills and knack to solve crisis.
- Strong interpersonal, conciliation skills and the capacity to network with suppliers.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, general administration or retail from a certified college.
- Post graduate degree or a diploma in stocktaking, management, supply chain or retail from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in warehousing facility activities.