Warehouse & Logistic Supervisor

The Ohio Art Company•Bryan, OH

About The Position

The Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all warehouse operations, inventory control, and logistics activities supporting both the lithography and can manufacturing divisions. This role ensures the efficient flow of raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods while maintaining accuracy, safety, and on-time delivery performance. The Supervisor will lead day-to-day warehouse operations, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and coordinate closely with production, procurement, and customer service teams to support operational excellence. The warehouse & Logistics Supervisor reports to the Purchasing manager.

Requirements

5+ years of warehouse/logistics experience in a manufacturing environment
2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse management systems (ERP/WMS)
Proven leadership and team development skills
Solid knowledge of shipping, receiving, and freight management
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Effective communication across all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
Experience in metal manufacturing, packaging, or industrial environments strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, material handling, and shipping
Ensure proper staging and flow of materials to support lithography and can production schedules
Maintain organized, clean, and safe warehouse environments (5S standards)
Oversee cycle counts and physical inventory processes
Maintain warehouse equipment and schedule any needed maintenance (walkie talkies, tow motors, etc.)
Maintain accurate inventory levels across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and variances
Partner with procurement and production planning to ensure material availability
Optimize warehouse layout and storage methods to improve efficiency and space utilization
Communicate with customers to meet their material needs.
Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, including carrier selection and scheduling
Ensure on-time delivery to customers and intercompany transfers
Manage freight costs and identify opportunities for optimization
Maintain compliance with all shipping regulations and documentation requirements
Work closely with sales/Commercial team to set up outbound freight as well.
Supervise, train, and develop warehouse personnel (forklift operators, material handlers, shipping/receiving staff)
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability
Lead by example in safety, work ethic, and teamwork
Support staffing, scheduling, and workforce planning
Work closely with Production (litho and can lines) for material flow and priorities
Work closely with Customer service for order fulfillment and shipment timing
Work closely with Procurement for inbound material planning
Act as a key communication link between departments
Enforce all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements
Ensure proper handling of materials, including inks, coatings, and metal components
Lead safety training and incident investigations as needed
Identify and implement process improvements in warehouse and logistics operations
Utilize KPIs (inventory accuracy, on-time shipments, dock-to-stock time, etc.) to drive performance
Support broader operational excellence and cost-reduction initiatives