Keller Warehousing & Co-Packing is hiring: Production Supervisor - 3rd shift in

Overview

Production Supervisor - 3rd shift at Keller Warehousing & Co-Packing, Napoleon, OH. This is a 3rd shift position requiring a critical thinker with strong leadership, adherence to policies, and the ability to complete tasks on time. Relocation to the Napoleon, OH area may be required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise personnel, including scheduling, work assignments, performance management, training, and problem resolution.
• Lead daily shift huddles, communicate operational goals, performance updates, and safety topics.
• Hold supervising staff accountable for job requirements and follow-through as needed.
• Monitor labor efficiency and performance through labor planning and timekeeping oversight.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, approve timecards on time, manage time-off requests, and coordinate with HR as required. Adhere to attendance policy standards.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety (where applicable), and company safety policies; lead accident investigations and corrective actions.
• Perform semi-annual warehouse audits and ensure adherence to OSHA, customer, and company standards, including inventory audits and issue reconciliation.
• Lead food safety culture in food-grade facilities; audit and maintain food safety standards and implement safety and security plans in line with company/client standards.
• Manage inventory accuracy; support physical counts and resolve discrepancies via root cause analysis.
• Support customer relationships by meeting service level expectations and maintaining open communication.
• Develop and update SOPs for warehouse operations and ensure adherence across locations.
• Ensure all training requirements are met; develop and train on new programs, forklift certification, and safety best practices.
• Participate in facility audits, customer inspections, and behavior-based observations.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement action plans to enhance warehouse performance.
• Maintain equipment inspection logs, initiate maintenance requests, and ensure proper material handling protocols.
• Assist in administrative tasks including reporting, billing support, and employee documentation.
• Coordinate special projects or seasonal ramp-up activities as needed. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication and active listening to share information and expectations.
• Coaching and development to support employee growth.
• Team building to foster a positive, collaborative environment.
• Accountability for self and team in meeting goals and following policies.
• Inventory management knowledge and ability to supervise and train staff, organize and prioritize work.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with inventory management practices and PC-based systems; adept with warehouse management systems (WMS) and RF devices.
• Analytical ability to assess processes and drive improvements; ability to plan and implement short and long-range goals.
• Ability to stoop, push, pull, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of warehouse leadership experience, preferably in a 3PL or food-grade environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or logistics certifications preferred.
• Proficiency with WMS and handheld RF devices.
• Willingness to travel as needed to monitor operations.
• Ability to lead a diverse workforce and build a team-oriented culture.
• Forklift operating experience; willingness to obtain trainer certification through internal training; Industrial Truck Certification is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and reflective/high-visibility apparel required.

Working Conditions

• Moderate exposure to elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, odors, and loud noises.
• May involve lifting and operating equipment.

About Keller Logistics Group

We are a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Defiance, Ohio, with multiple affiliate companies. We value transparency, safety, teamwork, and accountability, and strive to improve processes for clients and staff.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Keller Logistics Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.