Dock Supervisor

Panasonic•De Soto, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Job Summary: The Dock Supervisor oversees the movement and storage of raw materials, finished goods, and equipment to support production schedules and outbound commitments. This role is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, managing stock levels, and ensuring parts availability to minimize stockouts and control costs. The Dock Supervisor provides direct leadership to dock personnel and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant dock operations aligned with business objectives. The supervisor adjusts departmental plans to address day-to-day operational challenges and makes decisions guided by established policies, procedures, and standard work.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of progressive leadership experience in warehouse operations within a manufacturing or distribution environment
Strong change management skills with the ability to learn and implement Lean Management principles and concepts
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and warehouse management systems (WMS)
Ability to lead, motivate, and influence employees
Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Ability to work under pressure while managing competing priorities and deadlines
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Certified Warehouse Logistics Professional (CWLP) – IWLA
Certified Forklift Operator Trainer – OSHA/NSC
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
5+ years of supervisory experience in warehouse and inventory management, including direct oversight of hourly staff
Strong background in supply chain performance metrics and process optimization
Proven team leadership and development skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Experience in high-volume manufacturing procurement, preferably within the energy storage, automotive, or electronics industries

Responsibilities

Oversee daily dock operations including receipt, inspection, storage, staging, movement, and shipment of materials, products, and equipment
Ensure accurate inventory transactions, material movements, and system integrity through effective controls, reconciliation practices, and standard work
Coordinate labor, equipment, and dock capacity to support production schedules and outbound commitments
Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to dock operations, inventory accuracy, and material flow
Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and cost drivers; recommend and implement process improvements
Apply Lean manufacturing principles, standard work, and mistake-proofing techniques to drive continuous improvement
Hire, train, coach, and supervise dock staff to ensure operational readiness and skill development
Set clear expectations, promote accountability, and foster a culture of teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement
Ensure team members are trained on procedures, systems, and safety requirements
Coordinate closely with Production, Inventory Control, Quality, Supply Chain, and Transportation teams to align material flow
Support special projects and initiatives impacting dock operations and material movement
Communicate operational status, risks, and constraints to internal stakeholders
Enforce safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements within dock operations
Ensure compliance with inventory control, material handling, and shipping/receiving standards
Identify and mitigate operational risks related to safety, quality, inventory accuracy, and delivery performance, including participation in corrective action activities
Provides direct supervision to Dock Operators, including work assignment, performance oversight, training, and adherence to safety and operational standards

Benefits

Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events

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