Warehouse Supervisor - Precast Concrete
Gillespie PrecastWarehouse Supervisor – Precast Concrete Gillespie Precast is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to join our team in Chestertown, Maryland. The Warehouse Supervisor leads Gillespie Precast's warehouse team and manages the flow of materials from receiving through production and outbound delivery, making sure production crews have what they need, kitted and staged before each production day. This role serves as the primary connection between the warehouse, production, purchasing, rebar, and Dispatch. Day to day, the Warehouse Supervisor directs and develops the Warehouse Coordinator and Warehouse Associates, owns all inventory counts with a goal of 99.9% accuracy, and sets and maintains min/max stocking levels for every stocked plant material. The role also drives continuous improvement across the plant(s): evaluating layout, storage, and material flow, building out the kitting and point-of-use supply program, and using metrics such as inventory accuracy, stockouts, and receiving errors to reduce handling and keep production on schedule. About Gillespie Precast: Gillespie Precast is a family-owned and operated leader in precast concrete manufacturing, serving the Mid-Atlantic region with innovative infrastructure solutions. Our product offerings include box culverts, stormwater systems, sanitary structures, pump stations, utility vaults, rigid frame structures, and custom precast concrete designs. As a growing organization, Gillespie Precast operates four production facilities and employs approximately 200 team members dedicated to delivering high-quality engineered solutions and exceptional customer service. Our continued growth is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and building lasting relationships with our customers, employees, and communities. Why Join Gillespie Precast? Join a growing, family-owned manufacturer serving the Mid-Atlantic region Lead the team that keeps daily production supplied and on schedule Work closely with production, purchasing, rebar, and Dispatch teams Help shape warehouse systems, kitting, and continuous improvement efforts Competitive compensation, profit sharing, and excellent benefits Opportunities for career growth as the business continues to expand Key Responsibilities: Team leadership Supervise, schedule, and direct the daily work of the Warehouse Coordinator and Warehouse Associate(s). Set daily priorities so materials are received, kitted, and staged in the production area the evening before production. Train team members on warehouse procedures, inventory control, and safe forklift and pallet jack operation; verify equipment training is current. Coach performance, conduct reviews, address attendance and conduct issues, and support hiring for the warehouse team. Act as the main point of contact between the warehouse and production leads, supervisors, purchasing, rebar, and Dispatch. Inventory control and counts Own all warehouse inventory counts, including scheduled counts monthly and/or periodic physical inventories. Plan and lead physical inventories: preparation, counting, recording data, and reconciling with a goal of 99.9% inventory accuracy. Review inventory ordering documents and shipment receivers; investigate and eliminate discrepancies. Maintain accurate inventory records and update inventory sheets or systems after counts, receipts, and issues. Track inventory of ladders, hatches, ship-loose materials, and lifting equipment used for outbound deliveries. Min/max and material planning Establish, post, and maintain min/max levels for all stocked plant materials (e.g., lumber, rebar chairs/wheels, tie wire, link seals, boots, Styrofoam, duct tape, utility anchors, consumables). Review min/max levels regularly against production schedules and usage; adjust to prevent shortages and reduce excess stock. Communicate with purchasing weekly to trigger reorders when quantities fall below threshold and to resolve shortages. Report shortages and risks to management…