What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Shift Supervisor position at Victaulic?
Job Description
Position Summary
For over a century, Victaulic has been the global leader in mechanical pipe-joining solutions — trusted on the world's most critical infrastructure projects. Our distribution operations are the engine behind that reputation, and we're looking for a Warehouse Shift Supervisor who's ready to run the position floor. You'll own daily warehouse operations end to end: leading a team of associates, managing inbound and outbound shipping, coordinating cross-dock and yard operations, and driving the accuracy and speed our customers count on. If you thrive on building high-performing teams, solving real-time logistics challenges, and pushing for continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact at a company that values operational excellence as much as you do.
Responsibilities
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Victaulic Staffing Partner Communication Policy
All staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries, and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic's Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume, or a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.
Position Summary
For over a century, Victaulic has been the global leader in mechanical pipe-joining solutions — trusted on the world's most critical infrastructure projects. Our distribution operations are the engine behind that reputation, and we're looking for a Warehouse Shift Supervisor who's ready to run the position floor. You'll own daily warehouse operations end to end: leading a team of associates, managing inbound and outbound shipping, coordinating cross-dock and yard operations, and driving the accuracy and speed our customers count on. If you thrive on building high-performing teams, solving real-time logistics challenges, and pushing for continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact at a company that values operational excellence as much as you do.
Responsibilities
- Supervise all warehouse, shipping, and receiving activities during assigned shifts
- Oversee inbound, outbound, and cross-dock operations to meet customer and branch delivery requirements
- Plan and manage shipping schedules, trailer flow, and dock capacity
- Coordinate domestic and export freight routing and manage carrier relationships
- Oversee yard operations to ensure safety, organization, and efficient trailer movement
- Lead, coach, and develop warehouse associates — assigning daily work and balancing labor to workload
- Conduct shift-start meetings to communicate priorities, safety initiatives, and expectations
- Train new hires and reinforce standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Partner with management and HR on performance management and corrective actions
- Enforce OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and PPE requirements
- Proactively identify and address unsafe conditions and equipment issues
- Verify bills of lading (BOL), export documentation, and U.S. Customs compliance
- Ensure accuracy of shipments, receipts, and all inventory transactions
- Conduct cycle counts and investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
- Track and report KPIs including productivity, accuracy, attendance, and safety
- Identify and implement process improvements aligned with Lean and 5S principles
- High school diploma or GED; Associate degree preferred
- 3–5 years of warehouse or distribution center experience
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling equipment
- Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and basic computer applications
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance
- Flexibility to work varying schedules, including evenings and weekends as needed
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Victaulic Staffing Partner Communication Policy
All staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries, and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic's Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume, or a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.