Crate Shop Supervisor

ABOUT UOVO
Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for art, fashion, culture, and excellence converge? Welcome to UOVO—the epitome of sophistication in storage, management, and logistics of valuable art, fashion, and wine. We invite all voices, experiences, and talents to join us and become part of an unparalleled journey where your career aspirations align with the remarkable. With state-of-the-art facilities across the country, we work towards exceeding expectations, for both our clients and employees alike.
At UOVO, we are more than logistics; we are architects of bespoke solutions and curators of extraordinary experiences. From climate-controlled storage to private viewing galleries, industry-leading technology to a full suite of services, UOVO crafts tailored solutions that go beyond preservation—they elevate.
As part of the UOVO team you will work alongside industry professionals who share a passion for art, fashion, and logistics in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to the best-in-class employment and client experience UOVO provides!
Crate Shop Supervisor, UOVO South San Francisco
UOVO seeks a Crate Shop Supervisor to join its dynamic and growing team. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role would oversee all crate shop staff in South San Francisco, ensuring the highest level of care and client service as pertains to the handling, storage, and fabrication of crates for fine art, fashion, and other collectibles. The ideal candidate will lead, manage, and mentor the South San Francisco Crate Shop team while regularly coordinating with key stakeholders within the organization.

Core Responsibilities

- Manage and lead a team of UOVO professionals as it pertains to the fabrication of crates in South San Francisco, to ensure the highest level of client satisfaction and quality of work.
- Develop timely and comprehensive estimates for crating projects, including efficient scheduling, resource requirements, and design plans. Provide accurate and detailed information to support the estimating and planning process for all crating work. Manage and coordinate the Crate Shop schedule, prioritizing workflow and resources to ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately, and within established deadlines.
- Coordinate and schedule national crate production support as needed to flex production across regions. Proactively re-allocate crate personnel to other Operations projects as needed. Provide flexible supervisory support to Internal Warehouse and Inventory Control operations based on evolving business needs, staffing requirements, and operational priorities.
- Ensure the crate shop is run safely and efficiently; making sure all staff are trained and adhere to safety requirements while working in the shop. This includes but is not limited to eye protection, ear protection, use of heavy equipment, lifting etc.

- Proper handling of art objects, using the appropriate methods and materials for packaging, loading, and securing objects as needed.
- Can execute all the requirements of UOVO crate production with the ability to train, develop and evaluate staff who are working in the crate shop.
- Oversee and execute all material ordering in support of the crate shop ensuring adherence to budgets and space allocation.
- Ensure all machinery is functioning properly in the shop, making repairs when necessary.
- Work across various departments to problem solve and prepare for upcoming work.
- Provide on-site support and conduct site visits whenever appropriate.
- Ensure the highest level of efficiency as it pertains to materials and time allocated for building to allow the highest possible margin.
- In conjunction with other key stakeholders, work with other UOVO locations to streamline product offerings and establish best practices as it pertains to the output from various crate shops.
- Assist in establishing goals and objectives in line with UOVO’s performance Management program, providing quarterly feedback and completing annual performance reviews for all direct reports and their teams.
- Create a positive and engaging work environment by mentoring, coaching, and motivating direct team members and their teams if applicable.
- Recruit for open positions, ensuring a fair, transparent, and inclusive process
- Other projects as assigned by Manager

Qualifications & Skills

- Team Player, able to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented, and dynamic environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of installation, packing and art handling
- In depth knowledge of tools, materials, and equipment within the crate shop.
- Excellent communication and attention to detail to both clients and coworkers
- Ability to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly or cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aid
- Ability to carry 50 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feet
- Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach overhead
- Ability to be exposed to outside weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow
- Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies and other necessary warehouse equipment
This in-person position requires on-site presence at UOVO’s South San Francisco facility five days a week with occasional requests to work nights and on weekends.

Compensation & Benefits

UOVO offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience. UOVO offers a robust suite of benefits including:
- 100% employer-covered medical plan option for Employees as well as multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plans options.
- 2 weeks annual paid vacation, with increased vacation awards throughout the first 5 years of service
- 10 paid holidays plus one additional floating holiday
- Company Sponsored Parental Leave policy
- Company-Sponsored Paid Sick Leave
- 100% 401k Employer match up to 3% of employee contributions.
- Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare Benefits
- Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Benefits
- Monthly Team Lunches and Birthday celebrations
- Employee Recognition Program ( the “Eggcellence Awards”)