Warehouse Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Warehouse Supervisor

The Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for the Bolingbrook warehouse, logistics and all incoming materials. He/She will work with inhouse buyers to ensure adequate stocking levels are maintained, implement systems/processes to maintain accuracy, and deliver materials to manufacturing when they are needed. This role will include direct supervision of the G&W Bolingbrook receiving, shipping team and material handlers.

• Create and deploy a holistic inventory plan within the Bolingbrook factory which includes inventory accuracy and implementation of cross functional processes to maintain correct inventory levels and mitigate/eliminate obsolete / slow moving inventory.
• Drive an organized, well trained receiving, shipping and material handler team within the following criteria:
  • Define and create standard work processes for inventory management and material delivery.
  • Deliver materials to manufacturing in a timely manner.
  • Ensure the physical layout of the warehouse and receiving environment is safe, organized and ergonomically efficient.
  • Communicate incoming quantity inaccuracies, packaging, or damaged goods issues directly to supply chain for long term solution.
• Develop and maintain relevant KPIs for scope of responsibility.
• Monitor changes in the business to ensure adequate warehouse infrastructure is in place at all times.
• Introduce new technology to improve transactional accuracy. Continually refine.

Responsible for day‑to‑day performance of a group ~ 6 + employees. Guides/monitors group toward its goals ensures employee's productivity, resolve problems, has authority to change work roles and work distribution. Responsible for genuine input regarding Human Resources matters of significance: e.g. participates in selection of new employees, provides meaningful input to performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, terminations etc.

• Has a minimum of 5 years inventory / warehouse management experience
• Holds a Bachelors degree, preferably in operations or business management; or equivalent experience
• Shows outstanding leadership qualities and previous supervisory experience in high pace environment.
• Has demonstrated understanding of ERP system, JDE preferred

• Strong organizational, motivation and communication skills
• Open personality; natural curiosity to learn while very focused on essential activities as agreed with management
• Self starter who can operate with minimal supervision
• Lean background

• General Office Environment, PC use
• Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)
• Stooping
• Standing

Typical pay is $71,200 - $92,600 annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-­art manufacturing facility

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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