Warehouse Supervisor
Date Posted: Jan 21, 2026
Requisition ID: 470803
Location:
Plainfield, IN, US, 46168
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About Plainfield Correctional Facility:
As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Plainfield Correctional Facility promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. We strive to model best Correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and professionalism. The Plainfield Correctional Facility is a medium security Correctional facility for adult males. Plainfield Correctional Facility is located in Plainfield, Indiana. The Plainfield Correctional Facility offers resources and treatment geared toward mental health and substance use, along with multiple educational opportunities. The goal is that through treatment and rehabilitation geared toward everyone, the facility will help prepare incarcerated men to re-enter their community with more skills and confidence than when they arrived.
Role Overview:
As a Warehouse Supervisor at the Plainfield Correctional Facility, you will oversee the overall operation of the warehouse and oversee commissary. The Warehouse Supervisor delegates work assignments, and chooses appropriate ordering and storage methods. Errors may result in incarcerated individuals and departments not having the items necessary to maintain appropriate living and working conditions.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $39,000.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential elements of the job duties:
Direct all warehouse and related functions for an agency or state facility by monitoring operations and adapting processes to enhance efficiency and achieve operational goals.
Participate in establishing policies and procedures for the control of inventory, method of conducting scheduled inventories, and maintenance of documentation on all items received in a facility or agency.
Provide advice and technical expertise in preparing specifications and purchase requisitions for special items.
Review with vendors regarding items, purchase specifications, delinquent deliveries, errors in shipment, and substituted items.
Direct and supervise the staff, and offender workers where applicable, assigned to the warehouses.
Instruct staff regarding the proper storage, rotation, and stocking of inventory.
Make regular inspections to ensure optimal use is being made of available materials and make appropriate recommendations.
Review with vendor representatives to determine suitability of their products for agency or facility use and recommends the purchase of new products.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
Four (4) years full time experience in warehouse operations, store keeping, bookkeeping, or related area including two (2) year of managerial or supervisory experience.
Considerable knowledge of OSHA standards, key, tool and caustic control and all other related state policies and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of computerized and physical inventory systems.
Thorough knowledge of inventory management, bookkeeping and record keeping.
Thorough knowledge of Fixed Asset & Consumable Inventory Management Policies and Procedures.
Thorough knowledge of requisitioning, ordering and disbursing procedures, consumption rates of stored items and the proper methods of storing a variety of goods and materials.
Ability to direct and train staff and offenders (if applicable) in the performance of duties, storage methods, and the proper operation of all equipment.
Ability to operate a forklift, hand truck and other mechanical equipment in the warehouses.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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