Warehouse supervisor

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With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses ( around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES *: *

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for leading daily warehouse operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and accurate distribution of warehouse inventory. This role serves as a catalyst for continuous improvement, driving initiatives that maximize space efficiency, elevate workforce productivity, and streamline operational processes, while embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and Lean excellence.

REPORTS TO (Title) : Director of Supply Chain

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements

• Coordinate activities of warehouse staff, including receiving, put away, picking, and replenishment

• Monitor warehouse inventory levels to ensure optimal stock accuracy and availability

• Ensure timely and accurate entry of inventory transactions including receipts, shipments, and cycle counts

• Support cycle counts and lead the annual physical inventory activities to maintain data integrity

• Train, coach, and evaluate team members to promote productivity and engagement

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment

• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and enhance operational processes

• Operate and oversee use of warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks)

• Monitor and report key warehouse performance metrics and KPI's

• Address and resolve union-related matters to support workplace harmony and compliance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIRED ABILITIES:

• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop warehouse personnel

• Respond effectively to changing priorities and unexpected challenges

• Professional communication across departments and with team members

• Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement effective solutions

• Computer skills

• Uphold company policies and ensure team adherence to procedures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of manufacturing/distribution experience, with at least 2 years in Lean/Kanban environment

• Strong knowledge of Lean tools (5S, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis)

• Experience implementing and managing Kanban systems in a warehouse or manufacturing setting preferred

• Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem solving skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Operates in a manufacturing environment where priorities can shift rapidly based on business needs

• Requires regular movement throughout the warehouse, including walking, standing, bending, and occasional lifting of materials or equipment

• May require flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends

Note: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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Job Family: Operations

Business Unit: Akron Brass