Supervisor- Warehouse Shift USA

First Solar (US)•Gaffney, SC

11h•$56,100 - $80,000

About The Position

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees shift warehouse operations and leads material handlers in shipping and receiving to ensure smooth operations in accordance with established standards and procedures. The role assists with resource allocation, trains new associates, audits 5S and operating procedures for quality and safety, supports continuous improvement, manages attendance and performance issues, and maintains inventory accuracy. The position has direct reports and includes coordinating warehouse work assignments, material handling and supply stocking, documentation and computer data entry, inventory control, equipment preventive maintenance, and coordination of shunting or interplant truck operations. The role supports on-time delivery of materials to production and receipt of incoming materials, minimizes safety incidents, and adheres to company processes and procedures, including ISO 9K, ISO 14K, and 45K. Travel is estimated at 5%–10%.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of warehouse operational experience.
Experience handling MHE; licensing or certification is required where dictated by regulatory requirements.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge of warehouse and inventory control concepts, including FIFO, Kanban, and cycle counting practices.
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 all Microsoft Office suite programs.
Ability to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron, and arm guards.
Ability to wear a respirator when required; little or no facial hair is required for respirator use.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including standing or walking for up to an entire shift, occasional stair climbing and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 27 pounds, and frequent hand use.

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 allocating resources and assigning work; 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 process, product quality, and safety audits.
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 administer appropriate disciplinary action.
Ensure shift operations comply with work rules and procedures.
Foster empowered teamwork and continuous improvement in performance and quality.
Maintain good housekeeping and 5S and follow safety procedures; promote a culture of safety.
Support or participate in Warehouse Continuous Improvement projects.
Maintain and supervise warehouse cost control.
Ensure timely preventive maintenance of warehouse MHE, tools, and equipment; verify or sign off maintenance checklists or delivery orders.
Coordinate shunting or interplant truck operations.
Ensure adherence to First Solar processes and procedures, including ISO 9K, ISO 14K, and 45K.
Support on-time delivery of materials to the production floor and on-time receipt of incoming materials.
Minimize safety incidents, including recordable and high-impact MHE incidents.
Perform other duties as assigned.