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Weekend Warehouse & Material Handling Supervisor

ebm-papst · Farmington, CT · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagementPart-time

Position Summary

This position is responsible for directing and supervising all weekend warehouse and material handling operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and internal material flow. The role ensures timely, accurate movement of materials to support production and customer delivery while maintaining compliance with company policies, quality standards, and applicable regulations.

Essential Functions

  • Manage, hire, lead, train, and develop warehouse and material handling personnel in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws

  • Motivate staff, provide feedback, resolve issues, and recognize performance

  • Ensure personnel comply with departmental policies, procedures, and safety requirements

  • Direct and control shipping, receiving, and material handling activities

  • Ensure accurate and timely receipt, storage, issuing, and distribution of materials

  • Review inbound and outbound documentation (e.g., bills of lading, shipping documents) to plan and prioritize work activities

  • Plan and coordinate the movement and transfer of materials within the warehouse and between buildings

  • Ensure on-time delivery and proper packaging methods for all shipments

  • Establish and maintain procedures for: Verification of incoming/outgoing shipments, Inventory accuracy and control, Proper handling and disposition of materials, Maintain cycle count processes and inventory accuracy, Arrange for disposition or disposal of surplus or obsolete materials, Direct reclamation of damaged or defective materials

  • Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Coordinate with Production, Quality, Engineering, Sales, Customer Service, Planning, and Purchasing to: Support manufacturing needs, Resolve material issues, Ensure availability of materials and timely deliveries, Follow up on open material requisitions and expedite critical parts

  • Systems, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

  • Ensure all material transactions are completed accurately and timely in ERP/MRP systems

  • Utilize systems such as Shop Floor Control, MRP II (or MAC-PAC), CAD (as applicable), and Microsoft Office tools

  • Develop and implement process improvements related to material flow and warehouse efficiency

  • Maintain ISO 9001 documentation and ensure compliance with quality standards

  • Coordinate customs compliance activities, including trade documentation (e.g., NAFTA/USMCA certificates)

  • Financial & Operational Oversight

  • Support departmental budget management and cost control initiatives

  • Monitor key performance indicators (e.g., inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, productivity)

Recommended Qualifications

  • Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related field

  • Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in warehouse, distribution, or material handling operations

  • Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Key Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team development skills

  • Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory systems, and material flow

  • Problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration

  • Attention to detail and process discipline

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Additional Responsibilities

  • Perform all other duties as assigned

Work Schedule

This is a weekend shift only - Saturdays and Sundays 7am to 7:30pm

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