Job Overview:

Location: 400 TN 73 Edwina Rd, Newport

Shift & Schedule: 2nd Shift | Sunday–Thursday, 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM (Overtime as needed)

The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for leading the safe, efficient, and lean operations of the distribution center’s Shipping & Receiving functions at the Keurig Dr Pepper facility. This role oversees all inbound and outbound logistics related to finished goods. The Supervisor will directly manage a team of Selectors, Forklift Operators, and Shipping & Receiving Specialists while driving continuous improvement and a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise Shipping & Receiving teams; develop and implement standard work processes.

• Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives using Kaizen, TPM, and 5S methodologies.

• Foster a positive, high-performance culture aligned with KDP values through servant leadership and clear communication.

• Enforce compliance with GMPs, PPE requirements, OSHA, DOT, and company safety regulations.

• Ensure effective collaboration with cross-functional departments including Planning, Quality, Maintenance, HR, Finance, and Safety.

• Manage schedules, payroll time edits, and key performance indicators (KPIs); generate timely reports for leadership.

• Drive associate engagement and accountability by promoting fair, consistent performance management practices.

• Conduct daily facility checks (e.g., safety equipment, dock doors, forklifts, cleanliness).

• Provide leadership coverage for logistics staff during absences as needed.

Compensation

• This is a salaried, exempt position paid biweekly. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. 

Benefits (Effective Day One, Where Applicable):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Disability Coverage

• Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick leave)

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Mileage Reimbursement

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
  In lieu of a degree, 5+ years of supervisory or management experience in Logistics, Distribution, or a similar field will be considered.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in:

  • Distribution center operations, including shipping, receiving, and inventory management.

  • Supervisory/leadership roles, including managing frontline teams and reporting to senior leadership.

  • Use of material handling equipment (MHE), FIFO practices, and understanding of warehouse capacity and delivery logistics.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Working knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma principles strongly preferred.