Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Position Summary The Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor oversees warehouse operations, inventory control, shipping, receiving, and logistics for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) manufacturing facility. This role leads the warehouse team, ensures inventory accuracy, guarantees timely material availability for production, and coordinates domestic/international transportation. Requires a strong background in mechanical/electrical components and hands-on experience using NetSuite (or comparable ERP) and a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations Management
Oversee daily receiving, inspection handoff, put-away, storage, material staging, picking, packing, shipping, and returns.
Plan daily assignments based on production schedules, inbound shipments, and delivery needs.
Ensure materials are accurately labeled, protected, and delivered on time to production lines.
Optimize warehouse layout, material flow paths, and space utilization.
Establish SOPs and track team productivity and performance.
Inventory Control & Material Management
Maintain complete, real-time inventory accuracy across NetSuite and WMS (item numbers, quantities, serial/lot numbers, statuses, locations).
Organize cycle counts, annual physical inventories, and root-cause discrepancy investigations.
Enforce FIFO, lot/serial control, and material traceability.
Manage damaged, obsolete, quarantined, and nonconforming inventory in coordination with Quality.
Collaborate with Production, Procurement, and Engineering to resolve material shortages.
Shipping, Receiving & Logistics Coordination
Coordinate domestic and international inbound/outbound freight (LTL, FTL, air/ocean).
Work with carriers and forwarders on bookings, tracking, freight cost monitoring, and issue resolution (delays, damages, claims).
Process receiving and shipping records accurately in NetSuite/WMS (BOLs, commercial invoices, packing lists).
ERP, WMS & Documentation
Execute and supervise all system transactions (receiving, transfers, production issues, adjustments, shipments).
Train staff on barcode scanners, ERP, and WMS functionality.
Develop work instructions, SOPs, and performance reports (accuracy, shortages, on-time shipments).
Safety, Quality & 5S Compliance
Maintain OSHA, PPE, material handling, and 5S cleanliness/organization standards.
Ensure safe operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, and dock equipment.
Manage hazardous or sensitive materials per safety protocols; support internal and quality audits.
Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Supervise, coach, and evaluate warehouse staff; establish clear work standards.
Partner with Production, Planning, Quality, Procurement, and EHS to support target milestones, factory startup, and production ramps.
Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives for labor efficiency, material flow, and logistics costs.
Qualifications
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Associate degree or higher in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
7+ years of warehouse/logistics management experience in mechanical, electrical, or industrial manufacturing required (BESS, automotive, or battery industry preferred).
Hands-on proficiency with NetSuite (or comparable ERP), WMS systems, barcode tools, and MS Excel.
Strong knowledge of inventory control (FIFO, cycle counting, lot/serial tracking) and domestic/international freight modes.
Ability to read BOMs, packing lists, BOLs, commercial invoices, and basic technical drawings.
Valid Forklift Certification (or ability to obtain).
Physical ability to stand/walk for extended periods, wear PPE, and lift up to 50 lbs.