Day Shift Warehouse Supervisor

Company Overview Chex Finer Foods is a regional, third-generation family-owned distributor specializing in Specialty and Natural foods. We are committed to building long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships with our customers, focusing solely on specialty foods to deliver excellence and exceed expectations. Job Summary We’re looking for an energetic and detail-oriented Day Shift Warehouse Supervisor to lead our warehouse team. In this role, you’ll oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient distribution processes while maintaining safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate is proactive, experienced in warehouse management systems, and passionate about team leadership. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy optimizing logistics workflows, this position is perfect for you! Day Shift Warehouse Supervisor Position Summary The Day Shift Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for leading all inbound receiving, put-away, replenishment, facilities maintenance, and inventory control activities during first shift. This role owns inventory accuracy, inbound product flow, space utilization, and system integrity to ensure the distribution center is positioned for successful outbound execution. The supervisor leads our leads and associates across receiving and inventory control functions and drives continuous improvement through disciplined processes, data analysis, and cross-shift coordination. Key Responsibilities Inbound Receiving & Product Flow Lead and oversee all day-shift inbound operations including receiving, inspection, verification, and put-away. Ensure accurate and timely receipt of inbound purchase orders. Coordinate Capstone & Managed Receiving schedule, labor planning, and space utilization to support daily inbound volumes. Ensure product is properly staged, slotted, and replenished to support outbound picking requirements. Maintain clear communication and handoff with second shift leadership to ensure site readiness. Inventory Control & Accuracy Own inventory control processes including cycle counts, audits, adjustments, and root-cause analysis. Ensure high levels of system and physical inventory accuracy through disciplined execution. Identify and resolve discrepancies related to receiving errors, damages, shortages, and system issues. Partner with procurement, planning, and operations leadership to address recurring inventory risks. Maintain accurate product locations, slotting integrity, and replenishment standards. Leadership & People Management Lead, coach, and develop inventory control and receiving leads and associates. Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across inbound and IC functions. Conduct regular performance feedback, coaching, and corrective action as needed. Support hiring, onboarding, training, and skill development for day-shift warehouse staff. Partner with HR to ensure consistent application of company policies and employee relations. Reports directly to the Distribution Center Operations Manager. Process Improvement & Operational Excellence Identify and implement process improvements to reduce errors, improve throughput, and optimize space. Use data, KPIs, and employee feedback to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Standardize inbound and inventory control processes to improve repeatability and reliability. Partner cross-functionally with Transportation, Outbound Operations, and IT to improve end-to-end execution. Safety, Quality & Compliance Enforce OSHA, food safety, and company safety policies across all inbound and inventory activities. Conduct safety audits, equipment inspections, and compliance checks. Investigate inbound damages, safety incidents, and near-misses with corrective follow-up. Ensure product integrity, cleanliness, and temperature compliance where applicable. Technology & Systems Ensure effective use of the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and scanning technology. Train and hold teams accountable for accurate sy…

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