Logistics Team Leader 3

About the role

Celestica is seeking an experienced and hands-on Logistics Supervisor to lead and manage all daily receiving and/or shipping operations at our facility in Fort Worth, Texas, USA.

Responsibilities

• Daily Operations Management: Supervise areas including receiving, distribution, traffic, finished goods picking, shipping, offsite warehouse, packaging supplies, and inventory control. Directly supervise and organize daily activities of material handlers and clerks within designated areas (Receiving or Shipping). Manage shift scheduling, workload distribution, and resource allocation to ensure efficiency.
• Receiving: Oversee accurate and timely unloading, inspection, system-recording, and put-away of all inbound materials. Ensure immediate resolution of discrepancies with Purchasing and Quality teams.
• Shipping & Fulfillment: Manage outbound logistics, including final packaging, carrier staging, and documentation.
• Customs & Compliance: Review and verify all shipment documentation (inbound and outbound) to ensure compliance with customs regulations and trade laws, escalating complex issues to the Logistics Manager.
• Inventory Accuracy & Systems: Ensure all material transactions are accurately and immediately recorded in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and ERP/MRP. Support the Inventory Analyst by investigating transaction errors related to receiving or shipping processes.
• Safety & Security: Enforce company safety protocols, procedures, and material handling policies. Conduct daily safety briefings and ensure secure handling and storage of all materials and finished goods.
• Process Improvement: Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies within receiving or shipping processes. Implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodology (e.g., 5S, error-proofing) to enhance throughput and quality.

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of experience in warehouse or logistics operations, with a minimum of 2–3 years in a formal supervisory or team lead capacity.
• Direct experience in manufacturing, distribution, or logistics center.
• Familiarity with managing the handling and documentation for high-value electronic components.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong practical experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and transaction processing in ERP/MRP systems.
• Solid understanding of dock operations (shipping/receiving), material handling best practices, and basic import/export documentation requirements (e.g., Incoterms, HTS codes).
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and train operational staff in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work Environment: Split between a professional office setting and frequent time spent in warehouse and dock areas. Requires interaction with material handling equipment.
• Physical Demands: Frequent walking, standing, and the ability to work in an environment with moving machinery. Must ensure proper use of all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Typical Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational requirements may vary by geography.