Supervisor- Warehouse Shift USA

First Solar (US)•OH, OH

3d•$56,100 - $80,000

About The Position

The Supervisor- Warehouse Shift supervises shift warehouse operations and leads a team of material handlers in shipping and receiving to ensure smooth operations in accordance with standards and procedures. The role includes assisting with resource allocation, training new associates, auditing processes for quality and safety, supporting continuous improvement, managing attendance and performance, and maintaining inventory accuracy. The position has direct reports and requires 5%–10% travel. The supervisor is accountable for timely delivery of materials to the production floor, timely receipt of incoming materials, minimizing safety incidents, and inventory accuracy. The role also includes warehouse cost control and coordination of shunting or interplant truck operations. The job description may change at any time. The position involves physical requirements that may include standing or walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, handling and lifting materials, and wearing required personal protective equipment. Specific physical requirements vary by work environment and may include vision and color-discrimination standards. Candidates must meet the stated education and experience requirements and successfully complete a background check and any other required tests.

Requirements

At least 3 years of warehouse operational experience.
Experience handling material-handling equipment (licensed or certified where required by regulations).
High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge of warehouse and inventory-control concepts, including FIFO, Kanban, and cycle counting.
Demonstrated supervisory skills.
Ability to coach and lead a team of material handlers.
Ability to communicate in English.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to adapt quickly to changes.
Team-oriented.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to meet the physical requirements applicable to the role and comply with safety standards and procedures.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment as a condition of employment and continued employment.
Successful completion of a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Nice To Haves

Warehouse Operational Certification or Lean Certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise shift warehouse operations and material handlers in shipping and receiving activities.
Assist leads with resource allocation and work assignments, and provide coverage during headcount shortages.
Ensure correct workflow and maintain inventory accuracy, striving for 98% accuracy.
Perform minor troubleshooting and resolution.
Complete daily receiving and shipping documentation, including computer data entry.
Issue materials according to requestor requirements and in the proper unit of measure.
Assist with training new shift associates.
Assist with ongoing audits of process and product quality and safety.
Handle materials and stock supplies to support maximum productivity during the shift.
Maintain equipment preventive-maintenance schedules and records.
Manage attendance and team performance, and take appropriate disciplinary action.
Ensure shift operations comply with work rules, procedures, and First Solar processes, including ISO9K, ISO14K, and 45K.
Foster empowered teamwork and continuous improvement in performance and quality.
Maintain good housekeeping and 5S practices and ensure compliance with safety procedures; promote a culture of safety.
Support and/or participate in warehouse continuous-improvement projects.
Maintain and supervise warehouse cost control.
Ensure timely preventive maintenance of warehouse material-handling equipment, tools, and equipment; verify or sign off maintenance checklists or delivery orders.
Coordinate shunting or interplant truck operations.
Meet accountabilities for on-time material delivery, on-time receipt of incoming materials, minimizing safety incidents, and inventory accuracy.
Perform other duties as assigned.