1st Shift Warehouse Supervisor (5:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Vesta Home · Hayward · $15–$20/hr (stated in the posting)
Vesta Home (dba Showroom Group) is changing the way that homes are marketed--and furniture is sold. We're obsessed with the client experience for our full-service offerings: interior design, luxury staging, elevated furniture rentals and custom furniture production, fueled by our proprietary technology and logistics expertise.
Founded in 2017, our team of 50+ designers creates thoughtful, stunning interiors for residential, commercial and hospitality projects. We proudly partner with top realtors, developers, the design trade and personalities on some of the most prestigious properties on the high-end market; chances are, you’ve seen our interiors in major design magazines as well as shows like Bravo's Million Dollar Listings and Netflix's Selling Sunset.
The #1 home staging brand in the country, Vesta’s design and local market depth in Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and South Florida helps to sell multimillion-dollar properties faster and above ask–and allows buyers to seamlessly move into beautiful furnished spaces. The company’s interior design and custom furniture services are available worldwide.
Our Core Values:
- Get it done!: We have a bias toward action, balancing grit with smart work to accomplish our goals. We see business challenges as opportunities, always bringing forth solutions, and believe no challenge is too great to solve collectively.
- Design excellence: We believe exceptional design is a function of continuous improvement, and apply this purity of purpose to our process, products and people.
- Execute in partnership, and with pride: We rise by lifting others and are most successful when our clients and colleagues are successful as well. Our team is self-motivated and committed to leading others to achieve our collective goals.
- Invest in growth: We approach business with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are intensely focused on progress, believing profitable growth is the path forward. We “invest, not spend,” valuing impact and the efficient achievement of results.
- Own the Outcome: We develop the most talented people, empowering them to offer a world-class experience to our clients. We deliver inspiring design in a reliable, organized and consistent manner that our clients and team can trust. We do this with a fanatical attention to detail, expecting perfection but accepting excellence.
Position Summary
The 1st Shift Warehouse Supervisor leads early-morning execution with a focus on preparing the warehouse for efficient second-shift operations. This role oversees all putaway, inventory receiving, cycle counting, and accessory picking activities — ensuring accurate product flow, clear aisle space, and system alignment. As the shift responsible for staging the day, this supervisor ensures that inventory is where it needs to be and that product issues are surfaced early to allow time for resolution. You will lead the team in a structured morning launch, drive throughput with limited equipment resources, and collaborate closely with Inventory and Ops leadership to ensure the warehouse is fully prepped for order execution.
Requirements
Furniture Warehouse Operations
- Lead daily start-of-shift meetings to align the team on safety, priorities, and workflow expectations
- Oversee safe and efficient loading/unloading of box trucks, trailers, and containers with furniture, accessories, and staging materials
- Supervise the proper order selection, quality control, staging, storage, and organization of product to maintain cleanliness, accessibility, and protection
- Conduct quality inspections on high-value furniture and accessories before dispatch
- Ensure wrapping, padding, and handling of inventory is done according to company standards
- Monitor adherence to SOPs in all warehousing functions — from inbound receipt to returns/download processing
Team Leadership
- Supervise and support a team of 15–20 hourly associates across functional areas
- Train and coach new hires; provide cross-training to ensure operational flexibility
- Lead and participate in weekly safety meetings to reinforce a culture of accountability
- Support coaching and corrective action conversations as directed by the Warehouse Manager
- Step in as acting Warehouse Manager during coverage needs
Inventory & Systems
- Help maintain accurate inventory control by ensuring system transactions match physical movement
- Flag discrepancies between system data and floor inventory to Inventory and Ops leaders
- Ensure real-time documentation of product handling, movement, and inspection through system tools
Facility & Operational Support
- Maintain safety and cleanliness standards in all work zones, staging areas, and loading docks
- Report hazards, equipment issues, and workflow disruptions promptly to management
- Keep leadership informed of staffing challenges, PTO requests, or performance gaps
- Support process improvements and new workflow rollouts as directed
Requirements
- 2+ years of warehouse leadership experience with direct team supervision
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs and lead work from the floor
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and warehouse equipment protocols
- Comfortable using warehouse systems and digital tracking tools
- Strong organizational, communication, and decision-making skills
- Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
Preferred Skills
- Experience with quality control or staging preparation of furniture or large-format items
- Exposure to returns/download workflows and physical inventory audits
- Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
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