Warehouse/Materials Handling Supervisor

AM BIDCO OPERATIONS LLC dba MOVA Metals•Freeport, TX

About The Position

The Materials Handler Supervisor plans, directs, and supervises material handling operations at MOVA Metals’ catalyst recycling facility. The role ensures the safe, efficient, and compliant movement, storage, staging, and shipment of raw materials, spent catalyst, finished products, hazardous materials, and waste streams. The supervisor leads material handlers and equipment operators while maintaining safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory compliance. The position supports continuous plant operations by ensuring materials are available where needed, maintaining accurate inventory records, and minimizing handling risks. Responsibilities also include staffing and developing the team, coordinating shipments, maintaining storage areas and equipment, and meeting customer and production requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of industrial material handling experience.
At least three years of supervisory experience in chemical, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
Ability to pass a respirator fit test.
Forklift certification.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Working knowledge of OSHA, HASMAT, and RCRA.
Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, squat, kneel, and climb stairs or ladders for an entire shift.
Must wear PPE when required.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling hazardous materials.
Knowledge of DOT shipping requirements.

Responsibilities

Promote a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Conduct daily shift meetings and communicate operational priorities.
Schedule, train, coach, manage performance, and support employee development for Material Handlers.
Maintain appropriate staffing levels to support 24/7 operations.
Ensure proper identification, labeling, segregation, and storage of materials.
Maintain orderly laydown yard and storage areas.
Supervise loading and unloading of trucks, railcars, containers, and other transport vehicles.
Maintain accurate inventory records using the company’s inventory management system.
Perform prescribed preventative maintenance on equipment and machines as required.
Conduct routine safety observations and workplace inspections.
Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments.
Verify shipping documentation for accuracy.
Ensure compliance with transportation regulations.
Monitor shipping schedules to meet customer and production requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.