Supervisor, Warehouse Operations

stratasys•Plymouth, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing, leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions. The Supervisor, Warehouse Operations is a hands-on leader responsible for overseeing daily distribution center activities, including operations, customer service, administration, and systems. This role manages the receipt, storage, and distribution of finished goods, monitors inventory using computerized systems, and ensures accurate order fulfillment and timely shipping to customer and retail locations. The supervisor also hires, develops, and evaluates team members to maintain efficient and effective operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
5+ years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or fulfillment operations
Working knowledge of ERP or WMS systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite)
Demonstrated professional leadership or lead experience (e.g. projects, teams)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain or related field
Experience supporting manufacturing production lines or assembly environments
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies
Familiarity with Oracle Inventory or barcoding systems
Demonstrated success improving handoffs between manufacturing and warehouse operations

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, inspection, put-away, storage, picking, kitting, line replenishment, packing, and shipping of raw and production materials
Ensure accurate and timely movement of materials to support manufacturing schedules and outbound shipment commitments
Monitor and manage operational performance metrics such as on-time delivery, pick accuracy, inventory accuracy, and throughput
Ensure proper material handling, labeling, documentation, and ERP transactions for all inbound and outbound material movements
Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas in compliance with OSHA, company safety policies, and 5S standards
Quickly identify and resolve material shortages, discrepancies, or process breakdowns to prevent production delays or shipment errors
Supervise and develop a team of material handlers and warehouse associates supporting material flow and production operations.
Assign daily work, set priorities, and monitor execution to ensure accurate, efficient, and safe operations
Train, coach, and certify team members on standard operating procedures, ERP transactions, material handling equipment, and safety practices
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational discipline
Manage attendance, performance feedback, cross-training, and skill development to build a flexible and capable team
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on material flow efficiency, inventory accuracy, space utilization, and labor productivity
Partner cross-functionally with Production, Planning, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to identify and eliminate process gaps or recurring issues
Support implementation and sustainment of standard work, visual controls, and process documentation
Participate in root-cause analysis and corrective action activities related to inventory discrepancies, service failures, or safety incidents
Contribute to warehouse and material-flow improvement projects, system enhancements, and operational readiness initiatives
Partner with Production, Planning, Supply Chain, and Warehouse teams to align daily and weekly schedules with material availability and labor capacity
Support short-term material flow planning to ensure timely receiving, staging, and fulfillment of high-priority production and shipment requirements
Monitor inventory accuracy across warehouse locations and production-support areas; coordinate cycle counts, investigations, and reconciliations as needed
Proactively communicate material shortages, constraints, or excess inventory to minimize production disruptions and service risk