Materials Supervisor

Milwaukee Electronics • Milwaukee, WI

8d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking a Materials Supervisor to lead a team responsible for organizing, maintaining accuracy, and ensuring the readiness of materials for production. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy developing people, resolving inventory challenges, and improving operational processes within a contract electronics manufacturing environment. The position involves close collaboration with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure smooth material flow, address shortages, and meet customer delivery demands.

Requirements

• 5+ years of materials management, warehouse, or inventory control experience in electronics or contract manufacturing.
• At least two years of supervisory, lead, or mentoring experience.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, inventory controls, cycle counting, receiving, and material planning processes.
• A practical leadership approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach to solving problems.
• Knowledge of applicable shipping and DOT requirements for materials handled by the facility.
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or able to satisfy ITAR compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Epicor experience
• Familiarity with electronic components
• Familiarity with BOM structures
• Familiarity with ESD procedures
• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Material Handlers and Shipping/Receiving Clerks, setting clear priorities and supporting their training and performance.
• Oversee receiving, storage, picking, staging, material movement, and shipping.
• Maintain accurate inventory and ERP records through consistent transactions, cycle counts, and discrepancy resolution.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Production to address shortages and keep materials available when needed.
• Support new product introductions with accurate material staging and documentation.
• Improve warehouse organization and material flow while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level